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Overview
Course Details
The Philosophy MA course offered by the University of Southampton is renowned for its research excellence in areas such as aesthetics, normativity and the history of philosophy.
On this Philosophy MA you’ll gain a thorough training in research skills as you study key works of the discipline.
Compulsory topics cover ideas such as such as mind, knowledge and reality, and the philosophy of value.
You’ll also have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of options covering particular areas and philosophers, from Wittgenstein to classical Indian philosophy.
During your studies you’ll learn how to research, analyse, and present key transferable skills that will be invaluable to your future career.
Career Opportunities
This programme will enable you to acquire a thorough training in research skills alongside the detailed study of the central works of philosophy. You will have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of options covering particular areas and particular philosophers. You can select your own pathway or adopt a pick-and-mix approach to your studies.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Philosophy Individually Negotiated Topic
- Mind, Knowledge and Reality
- The Philosophy of Value
- Wittgenstein's Later Philosophy
- Fiction and Fictionalism
- Schopenhauer
- Puzzles and Paradoxes
- Advanced Aesthetics: Aesthetic Creativity
- Other Minds
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Philosophy & Ethics Educational Research View 307 other Masters in Educational Research in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- You’ll need a 2:1 degree in philosophy or a relevant subject.
- You will also need to provide two samples of written work for assessment. These two samples should be approximately 2,500 words in length each and relevant to philosophy.
Tuition Fee
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International
21000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21000 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
EU and international students pay £21,000.
Living costs for Southampton
697 - 1093 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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