Overview

The MA in Philosophy at the University of Bristol is an exciting programme that provides an opportunity to design a path to match your philosophical interests. You will take three core taught units plus three additional units that you will select from a range of options. Your dissertation is an opportunity to work on an extended and original piece of research on a topic of your choosing, with guidance from a research supervisor. You will develop a deep knowledge and understanding of key areas of philosophy and a sophisticated ability to critically evaluate and assess philosophical theories.

Career prospects

Students who have completed the MA in Philosophy have gone on to careers as counsellors, journalists and teachers of philosophy. A number of MA graduates have gone on to study at MPhil/PhD level and develop careers as philosophy academics.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Epistemology and Metaphysics

Value Theory

Philosophy of Science

History of Science

Philosophy and History of Mathematics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-24 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2025-08-09 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

67

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Philosophy General Studies View 164 other Masters in Philosophy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

67

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88

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Other requirements

General requirements

An upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) with a minimum average of 65%. This is usually in philosophy, however other students can apply and should evidence their aptitude and interest in the application.

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Tuition Fee

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International

28300 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 28300 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

14000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14000 GBP per year during 12 months.

UK: part-time (two years)

£7,000 per year

Living costs for Bristol

750 - 1260 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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