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Kingston University: Philosophy and Contemporary Critical Theory
Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
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Department | Humanities |
Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 02033089932 |
Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- This course is taught by leading specialists at the internationally renowned Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP).
- The course is distinctive through its study of contemporary critical theory traditions, including psychoanalytic theory, Marxism, feminist theory and critical race theory.
- You will study key works by influential thinkers like Gramsci, Adorno, Butler, Agamben, Deleuze, Foucault, Spivak and many others.
**About this course**
The course comprises one core module, three optional modules and a dissertation on a chosen topic. The core module examines the two main traditions of critical theory, the Frankfurt School and French anti-humanism, and their background in Kant, Hegel, Marx, and 19th-century European philosophy more generally. You can attend and participate in a range of events, such as research with visiting international speakers, departmental lectures, workshops and research seminars. You will have easy access to London’s research libraries and other events.
**Example modules**
- Critique, Practice, Power, Philosophy and Psychoanalysis
- German Critical Theory
- Modes of Subjection
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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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 |
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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**
- This course is taught by leading specialists at the internationally renowned Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP).
- The course is distinctive through its study of contemporary critical theory traditions, including psychoanalytic theory, Marxism, feminist theory and critical race theory.
- You will study key works by influential thinkers like Gramsci, Adorno, Butler, Agamben, Deleuze, Foucault, Spivak and many others.
**About this course**
The course comprises one core module, three optional modules and a dissertation on a chosen topic. The core module examines the two main traditions of critical theory, the Frankfurt School and French anti-humanism, and their background in Kant, Hegel, Marx, and 19th-century European philosophy more generally. You can attend and participate in a range of events, such as research with visiting international speakers, departmental lectures, workshops and research seminars. You will have easy access to London’s research libraries and other events.
**Example modules**
- Critique, Practice, Power, Philosophy and Psychoanalysis
- German Critical Theory
- Modes of Subjection
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**
- This course is taught by leading specialists at the internationally renowned Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP).
- The course is distinctive through its study of contemporary critical theory traditions, including psychoanalytic theory, Marxism, feminist theory and critical race theory.
- You will study key works by influential thinkers like Gramsci, Adorno, Butler, Agamben, Deleuze, Foucault, Spivak and many others.
**About this course**
The course comprises one core module, three optional modules and a dissertation on a chosen topic. The core module examines the two main traditions of critical theory, the Frankfurt School and French anti-humanism, and their background in Kant, Hegel, Marx, and 19th-century European philosophy more generally. You can attend and participate in a range of events, such as research with visiting international speakers, departmental lectures, workshops and research seminars. You will have easy access to London’s research libraries and other events.
**Example modules**
- Critique, Practice, Power, Philosophy and Psychoanalysis
- German Critical Theory
- Modes of Subjection
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**
- This course is taught by leading specialists at the internationally renowned Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP).
- The course is distinctive through its study of contemporary critical theory traditions, including psychoanalytic theory, Marxism, feminist theory and critical race theory.
- You will study key works by influential thinkers like Gramsci, Adorno, Butler, Agamben, Deleuze, Foucault, Spivak and many others.
**About this course**
The course comprises one core module, three optional modules and a dissertation on a chosen topic. The core module examines the two main traditions of critical theory, the Frankfurt School and French anti-humanism, and their background in Kant, Hegel, Marx, and 19th-century European philosophy more generally. You can attend and participate in a range of events, such as research with visiting international speakers, departmental lectures, workshops and research seminars. You will have easy access to London’s research libraries and other events.
**Example modules**
- Critique, Practice, Power, Philosophy and Psychoanalysis
- German Critical Theory
- Modes of Subjection
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:
– This course is taught by leading specialists at the internationally renowned Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP).
– The course is distinctive through its study of contemporary critical theory traditions, including psychoanalytic theory, Marxism, feminist theory and critical race theory.
– You will be based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University.
About this course:
The course comprises one core module, three optional modules and a dissertation on a chosen topic.
The core module examines the two main traditions of critical theory, the Frankfurt School and French anti-humanism, and their background in Kant, Hegel, Marx, and 19th-century European philosophy more generally.
You can attend and participate in a range of events, such as research with visiting international speakers, departmental lectures, workshops and research seminars. You will have easy access to London’s research libraries and other events.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in philosophy or a related subject. 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:
– This course is taught by leading specialists at the internationally renowned Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP).
– The course is distinctive through its study of contemporary critical theory traditions, including psychoanalytic theory, Marxism, feminist theory and critical race theory.
– You will be based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University.
About this course:
The course comprises one core module, three optional modules and a dissertation on a chosen topic.
The core module examines the two main traditions of critical theory, the Frankfurt School and French anti-humanism, and their background in Kant, Hegel, Marx, and 19th-century European philosophy more generally.
You can attend and participate in a range of events, such as research with visiting international speakers, departmental lectures, workshops and research seminars. You will have easy access to London’s research libraries and other events.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:1 or above honours degree or equivalent in philosophy or a related subject. 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 …![endif]-->!--[if>
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