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University of Southampton: Philosophy
| Institution | University of Southampton View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Philosophy |
| Web | www.southampton.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| AdmissionsPGT.AH@soton.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 023 8059 4732 |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Join our researchers working on the history of philosophy, aesthetics, epistemology, ethics, and language, logic and metaphysics.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You should have a 2:1 honours undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. You can also apply if your grade was lower than 2:1 – you’ll need to show you’ve made good progress since your degree. If you have completed a master’s degree, you should have achieved a merit or above including 60%, for the dissertation. If you have not completed a master’s, you’ll need to show you can produce high quality writing and analysis. |
| Location | Avenue Campus University of Southampton Avenue Campus Highfield Road Southampton SO17 1BF |
Summary
Join our researchers working on the history of philosophy, aesthetics, epistemology, ethics, and language, logic and metaphysics.
| Study type | Research |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You should have a 2:1 honours undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. You can also apply if your grade was lower than 2:1 – you’ll need to show you’ve made good progress since your degree. If you have completed a master’s degree, you should have achieved a merit or above including 60%, for the dissertation. If you have not completed a master’s, you’ll need to show you can produce high quality writing and analysis. |
| Location | Avenue Campus University of Southampton Avenue Campus Highfield Road Southampton SO17 1BF |
MA
Summary
About this Course The MA Philosophy program offers exceptional breadth and depth across philosophical traditions and approaches, allowing you to tailor your studies to contemporary and historical subjects. It is designed to prepare you for both advanced academic study and a wide range of professional careers by developing a broad array of critical skills.
We are ranked 7th in the UK for research quality (Complete University Guide 2026).
Key Features and Distinctiveness • World-Class Research: You will be taught by leading researchers, as Southampton Philosophy was ranked 6th in the UK in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021). • Wide Range of Options: The program covers diverse and modern topics, with optional modules including: o Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence. o Philosophy of Sex, Sexuality and Gender. o Ethics of Climate Change. o Truth, Opinion and Ideology. • Global Perspectives: A key distinctive feature is the inclusion of modules in non-Western philosophy, such as classical Indian philosophy, Islamic philosophy, and classical Chinese philosophy. • Dissertation Support: The program provides tailored support for the dissertation, including a preparatory Research Skills module to ensure you are ready for advanced independent research.
Career Prospects The MA Philosophy develops high-level skills in critical thinking, logical analysis, research, and persuasive argumentation, making graduates highly desirable in fields such as: • Academic Research (progressing to a PhD). • Law and Public Policy. • Journalism and Media. • Technology and Ethics (especially with the AI focus). • Management and Consultancy.
Further Information • Award: Master of Arts (MA). • The combination of top-tier research faculty and dedicated modules covering both cutting-edge contemporary ethics and non-Western traditions provides a truly comprehensive and modern philosophical education.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You’ll need a 2:2 degree in philosophy or a relevant subject. You will also need to provide one sample of written work for assessment. This should be approximately 2000 words in length and relevant to philosophy. |
| Location | Avenue Campus University of Southampton Avenue Campus Highfield Road Southampton SO17 1BF |
Summary
Combining a thorough grounding in philosophy at postgraduate level with an exceptional range of options, the MA Philosophy offers a unique opportunity for advanced work in the subject. Whether you are intending to build on your undergraduate studies or planning to pursue advanced research, this programme has been designed to meet your needs. The range of specialised modules reflects the broad spectrum of research interests represented by our philosophers. Following core modules devoted to central philosophical issues, you can choose from the wide range of specialised modules, as well as write a dissertation on a topic of your choosing.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You’ll need a 2:1 degree in philosophy or a relevant subject. You will also need to provide one sample of written work for assessment. This should be approximately 2000 words in length and relevant to philosophy. |
| Location | Avenue Campus University of Southampton Avenue Campus Highfield Road Southampton SO17 1BF |
Summary
Combining a thorough grounding in philosophy at postgraduate level with an exceptional range of options, the MA Philosophy offers a unique opportunity for advanced work in the subject. Whether you are intending to build on your undergraduate studies or planning to pursue advanced research, this programme has been designed to meet your needs. The range of specialised modules reflects the broad spectrum of research interests represented by our philosophers. Following core modules devoted to central philosophical issues, you can choose from the wide range of specialised modules, as well as write a dissertation on a topic of your choosing.
| Study type | Taught |
|---|---|
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | Upper 2nd Class Honours degree in Philosophy or a relevant subject. |
| Location | Avenue Campus University of Southampton Avenue Campus Highfield Road Southampton SO17 1BF |
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