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University of Liverpool: Philosophy
| Institution | University of Liverpool |
|---|---|
| Department | Philosophy |
| Web | https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/ |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
This degree gives you access to the very wide range of philosophical topics and expertise available in the Department. It's an excellent preparation for research in philosophy, as well as being an attractive postgraduate course in itself.
The programme is specifically designed to equip students with the competence and understanding needed to pursue philosophical research, while also acquiring skills that are valued by a broad range of employers. Teaching is focussed on two main seminar modules, Religion, Ethics and Practical Philosophy and Metaphysics, Language and Mind. In addition, students choose three elective modules from across philosophy and the School of the Arts. All students write a dissertation—an extended piece of independent research conducted under the guidance of an academic expert. MA students are actively encouraged to participate in the research activities of the Department and to take advantage of our programme of world-renowned visiting speakers.
**Why Philosophy?**
**Be part of a city with a reputation for cultural achievement**
With its impressive wealth of museum and galleries and its vibrant cultural scene, Liverpool is an ideal place to pursue a degree in aesthetic theory with opportunities to work hands-on in cultural institutions.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics’ expertise**
Our core teaching staff have expertise in political aesthetics, philosophy of museums and philosophy of film; we also partner with external instructors from the fields of curating and cultural management. The Department of Philosophy is internationally renowned for work in Philosophy of Art, Political Philosophy, Environmental Philosophy and other fields, as well as for our creative collaborations with cultural institutions.
**We have a tradition of active engagement with the wider life of our city**
The Department is home to a range of successful Knowledge Exchange and public engagement projects with cultural partners across Europe, placing it at the forefront of art-related research and its impact on the community.
| pgrecruitment@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 794 5927 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
Summary
This degree gives you access to the very wide range of philosophical topics and expertise available in the Department. It's an excellent preparation for research in philosophy, as well as being an attractive postgraduate course in itself.
The programme is specifically designed to equip students with the competence and understanding needed to pursue philosophical research, while also acquiring skills that are valued by a broad range of employers. Teaching is focussed on two main seminar modules, Religion, Ethics and Practical Philosophy and Metaphysics, Language and Mind. In addition, students choose three elective modules from across philosophy and the School of the Arts. All students write a dissertation—an extended piece of independent research conducted under the guidance of an academic expert. MA students are actively encouraged to participate in the research activities of the Department and to take advantage of our programme of world-renowned visiting speakers.
**Why Philosophy?**
**Be part of a city with a reputation for cultural achievement**
With its impressive wealth of museum and galleries and its vibrant cultural scene, Liverpool is an ideal place to pursue a degree in aesthetic theory with opportunities to work hands-on in cultural institutions.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics’ expertise**
Our core teaching staff have expertise in political aesthetics, philosophy of museums and philosophy of film; we also partner with external instructors from the fields of curating and cultural management. The Department of Philosophy is internationally renowned for work in Philosophy of Art, Political Philosophy, Environmental Philosophy and other fields, as well as for our creative collaborations with cultural institutions.
**We have a tradition of active engagement with the wider life of our city**
The Department is home to a range of successful Knowledge Exchange and public engagement projects with cultural partners across Europe, placing it at the forefront of art-related research and its impact on the community.
| pgrecruitment@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 794 5927 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
Summary
This degree gives you access to the very wide range of philosophical topics and expertise available in the Department. It's an excellent preparation for research in philosophy, as well as being an attractive postgraduate course in itself.
The programme is specifically designed to equip students with the competence and understanding needed to pursue philosophical research, while also acquiring skills that are valued by a broad range of employers. Teaching is focussed on two main seminar modules, Religion, Ethics and Practical Philosophy and Metaphysics, Language and Mind. In addition, students choose three elective modules from across philosophy and the School of the Arts. All students write a dissertation—an extended piece of independent research conducted under the guidance of an academic expert. MA students are actively encouraged to participate in the research activities of the Department and to take advantage of our programme of world-renowned visiting speakers.
**Why Philosophy?**
**Be part of a city with a reputation for cultural achievement**
With its impressive wealth of museum and galleries and its vibrant cultural scene, Liverpool is an ideal place to pursue a degree in aesthetic theory with opportunities to work hands-on in cultural institutions.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics’ expertise**
Our core teaching staff have expertise in political aesthetics, philosophy of museums and philosophy of film; we also partner with external instructors from the fields of curating and cultural management. The Department of Philosophy is internationally renowned for work in Philosophy of Art, Political Philosophy, Environmental Philosophy and other fields, as well as for our creative collaborations with cultural institutions.
**We have a tradition of active engagement with the wider life of our city**
The Department is home to a range of successful Knowledge Exchange and public engagement projects with cultural partners across Europe, placing it at the forefront of art-related research and its impact on the community.
| pgrecruitment@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 794 5927 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
Fees
| England | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 21400 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
This degree gives you access to the very wide range of philosophical topics and expertise available in the Department. It's an excellent preparation for research in philosophy, as well as being an attractive postgraduate course in itself.
The programme is specifically designed to equip students with the competence and understanding needed to pursue philosophical research, while also acquiring skills that are valued by a broad range of employers. Teaching is focussed on two main seminar modules, Religion, Ethics and Practical Philosophy and Metaphysics, Language and Mind. In addition, students choose three elective modules from across philosophy and the School of the Arts. All students write a dissertation—an extended piece of independent research conducted under the guidance of an academic expert. MA students are actively encouraged to participate in the research activities of the Department and to take advantage of our programme of world-renowned visiting speakers.
**Why Philosophy?**
**Be part of a city with a reputation for cultural achievement**
With its impressive wealth of museum and galleries and its vibrant cultural scene, Liverpool is an ideal place to pursue a degree in aesthetic theory with opportunities to work hands-on in cultural institutions.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics’ expertise**
Our core teaching staff have expertise in political aesthetics, philosophy of museums and philosophy of film; we also partner with external instructors from the fields of curating and cultural management. The Department of Philosophy is internationally renowned for work in Philosophy of Art, Political Philosophy, Environmental Philosophy and other fields, as well as for our creative collaborations with cultural institutions.
**We have a tradition of active engagement with the wider life of our city**
The Department is home to a range of successful Knowledge Exchange and public engagement projects with cultural partners across Europe, placing it at the forefront of art-related research and its impact on the community.
| pgrecruitment@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 794 5927 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
Fees
| England | 10000 GBP for Whole course |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10000 GBP for Whole course |
| Scotland | 10000 GBP for Whole course |
| Wales | 10000 GBP for Whole course |
| International | 21400 GBP for Whole course |
Master of Research - MRes
Summary
The Philosophy MRes allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in one or more of the School of the Arts’ key subject areas: Architecture, Communications and Media, English, Music and Philosophy. You will receive training in research skills and supervision from one or more academic specialists in their subject area(s).
The programme provides excellent preparation for you if you’re intending to undertake a PhD in the Arts and Humanities, but is also a good choice if you wish to pursue a research project for purposes of professional development or personal interest. You will become part of a community of active researchers and will be encouraged to pursue your own research interests in collaboration with an academic supervisor.
**Why Philosophy?**
We offer a distinctive combination of unusual philosophical diversity in a close-knit atmosphere with excellent staff-student relations.
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics' expertise**
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
| sotaev@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Applicants are required to submit a sample of written work (2,000-3,000 words). This can be an undergraduate essay or similar. International qualifications: Applications from international students are welcome. International qualifications will be evaluated in line with the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) guidelines. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
Summary
The Philosophy MRes allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in one or more of the School of the Arts’ key subject areas: Architecture, Communications and Media, English, Music and Philosophy. You will receive training in research skills and supervision from one or more academic specialists in their subject area(s).
The programme provides excellent preparation for you if you’re intending to undertake a PhD in the Arts and Humanities, but is also a good choice if you wish to pursue a research project for purposes of professional development or personal interest. You will become part of a community of active researchers and will be encouraged to pursue your own research interests in collaboration with an academic supervisor.
**Why Philosophy?**
We offer a distinctive combination of unusual philosophical diversity in a close-knit atmosphere with excellent staff-student relations.
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics' expertise**
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
| sotaev@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Applicants are required to submit a sample of written work (2,000-3,000 words). This can be an undergraduate essay or similar. International qualifications: Applications from international students are welcome. International qualifications will be evaluated in line with the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) guidelines. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
Summary
The Philosophy MRes allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in one or more of the School of the Arts’ key subject areas: Architecture, Communications and Media, English, Music and Philosophy. You will receive training in research skills and supervision from one or more academic specialists in their subject area(s).
The programme provides excellent preparation for you if you’re intending to undertake a PhD in the Arts and Humanities, but is also a good choice if you wish to pursue a research project for purposes of professional development or personal interest. You will become part of a community of active researchers and will be encouraged to pursue your own research interests in collaboration with an academic supervisor.
**Why Philosophy?**
We offer a distinctive combination of unusual philosophical diversity in a close-knit atmosphere with excellent staff-student relations.
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics' expertise**
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
| sotaev@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Applicants are required to submit a sample of written work (2,000-3,000 words). This can be an undergraduate essay or similar. International qualifications: Applications from international students are welcome. International qualifications will be evaluated in line with the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) guidelines. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
Summary
The Philosophy MRes allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in one or more of the School of the Arts’ key subject areas: Architecture, Communications and Media, English, Music and Philosophy. You will receive training in research skills and supervision from one or more academic specialists in their subject area(s).
The programme provides excellent preparation for you if you’re intending to undertake a PhD in the Arts and Humanities, but is also a good choice if you wish to pursue a research project for purposes of professional development or personal interest. You will become part of a community of active researchers and will be encouraged to pursue your own research interests in collaboration with an academic supervisor.
**Why Philosophy?**
We offer a distinctive combination of unusual philosophical diversity in a close-knit atmosphere with excellent staff-student relations.
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
**Experience the full breadth of our academics' expertise**
Our staff publish and lecture in a wide range of philosophical areas, including: Logic and Philosophy of Language; Metaphysics; Ancient Philosophy; Philosophy of Mind; Moral and Political Philosophy; Aesthetics; Buddhism and Indian Philosophy; Environmental Philosophy; Continental Philosophy; History of Philosophy and Literary Theory. We supervise research projects in all of these areas within our friendly, down to earth and vibrant postgraduate research community.
| sotaev@liverpool.ac.uk | |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Admission to our programmes normally requires a 2:1 Honours degree, or equivalent, in a relevant field. 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Applicants are required to submit a sample of written work (2,000-3,000 words). This can be an undergraduate essay or similar. International qualifications: Applications from international students are welcome. International qualifications will be evaluated in line with the National Recognition Information Centre (NARIC) guidelines. |
| Location | City Centre Campus University of Liverpool Liverpool L69 3BX |
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