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Kingston University: Modern European Philosophy
| Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Humanities |
| Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 02033089932 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- The course is based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University, where you will be part of a supportive postgraduate community.
- You will be able to participate in research events with international speakers and have easy access to London’s research libraries and events.
- There are high levels of staff-student contact, including individual tutorials from versatile and internationally recognised teaching staff with a wide range of interests, projects and publications.
**About this course**
This course offers a structured study of 19th and 20th-century European philosophy, closely interpreting and analysing foundational texts. Four taught modules are followed by a dissertation on a topic of your choice. Particular attention is given to Kant and Hegel, and subsequent philosophical developments in Germany and France. The course approaches Kant’s critical philosophy as a basis for understanding European philosophy as a whole. Other major authors include Marx, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Deleuze, Rancière, Badiou, Agamben, Butler, and many others. There is also a wide range of optional modules.
**Example modules**
- Kant and his Legacy
- Nietzsche and Heidegger
- Recent French Philosophy
- Modern Political Philosophy
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally hold a 2:1 or above honours degree in Philosophy or a related subject. Applicants with other kinds of qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15800 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- The course is based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University, where you will be part of a supportive postgraduate community.
- You will be able to participate in research events with international speakers and have easy access to London’s research libraries and events.
- There are high levels of staff-student contact, including individual tutorials from versatile and internationally recognised teaching staff with a wide range of interests, projects and publications.
**About this course**
This course offers a structured study of 19th and 20th-century European philosophy, closely interpreting and analysing foundational texts. Four taught modules are followed by a dissertation on a topic of your choice. Particular attention is given to Kant and Hegel, and subsequent philosophical developments in Germany and France. The course approaches Kant’s critical philosophy as a basis for understanding European philosophy as a whole. Other major authors include Marx, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Deleuze, Rancière, Badiou, Agamben, Butler, and many others. There is also a wide range of optional modules.
**Example modules**
- Kant and his Legacy
- Nietzsche and Heidegger
- Recent French Philosophy
- Modern Political Philosophy
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Applicants should normally hold a 2:1 or above honours degree in Philosophy or a related subject. Applicants with other kinds of qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 8690 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8690 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston:
– The course is based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University, where you will be part of a supportive postgraduate community.
– You will be able to participate in research events with international speakers and have easy access to London’s research libraries and events.
– There are high levels of staff-student contact, including individual tutorials from versatile and internationally recognised teaching staff with a wide range of interests, projects and publications.
About this course:
This course offers a structured study of 19th and 20th-century European philosophy, interpreting and analysing key texts. Four taught modules are followed by a dissertation on a topic of your choice.
Particular attention is given to Kant and Hegel, and subsequent philosophical developments in Germany and France. The course approaches Kant’s critical philosophy as a basis for understanding European philosophy as a whole.
Other major authors include Marx, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Deleuze, Rancière, Badiou, Agamben, Butler, and many others. There is also a wide range of optional modules
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in philosophy or a related discipline. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 15400 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 15400 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston:
– The course is based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University, where you will be part of a supportive postgraduate community.
– You will be able to participate in research events with international speakers and have easy access to London’s research libraries and events.
– There are high levels of staff-student contact, including individual tutorials from versatile and internationally recognised teaching staff with a wide range of interests, projects and publications.
About this course:
This course offers a structured study of 19th and 20th-century European philosophy, interpreting and analysing key texts. Four taught modules are followed by a dissertation on a topic of your choice.
Particular attention is given to Kant and Hegel, and subsequent philosophical developments in Germany and France. The course approaches Kant’s critical philosophy as a basis for understanding European philosophy as a whole.
Other major authors include Marx, Nietzsche, Heidegger, Deleuze, Rancière, Badiou, Agamben, Butler, and many others. There is also a wide range of optional modules
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in philosophy or a related discipline. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply. |
| Location | Penrhyn Road Campus Penrhyn Road Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE |
Fees
| EU | 8470 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| England | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 8470 GBP for Year 1 |
Kingston University
Overview
A vibrant, modern and supportive University based across four campuses, Kingston offers a wide range of postgraduate taught and research degrees. It offers people from all backgrounds and countries (148 at the last count) the opportunity to make a difference – not only to their own lives, but also to the world around them.
You’ll earn a postgraduate degree with a difference via 118 years of teaching excellence. We will help you to achieve your career goals by putting your academic knowledge into practice, gaining the problem-solving skills and flexibility you need to adapt to the changing …
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