PhD Philosophy at Cardiff University

Programme overview

Research supervision in the School of English, Communication and Philosophy covering analytic, continental, feminist and empirically informed philosophy, with strengths in ethics, epistemology, philosophy of mind, aesthetics, existential and moral philosophy and philosophy of language.

Department: School of English, Communication and Philosophy | Duration: PhD 3 years (MPhil 1 year) full-time; part-time opportunities available | Intake: January, April, October | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Location: Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Doctoral research with weekly research seminars and training workshops, reading groups, an annual conference, support for publication and a dedicated suite for research students.

Career pathways

Roles in higher education or employment requiring high-level research skills or advanced subject knowledge.

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Application information

Entry requirements

At least a 2.1 at undergraduate level in a relevant discipline and, preferably, a good Master's degree, with at least one degree in or involving philosophy. Emphasis is placed on the strength and viability of the proposed research project and availability of a supervisor. Applicants undertake an initial review by the school before a formal application, and all PhD applicants who meet the requirements are interviewed where an offer is considered. English language for non-native speakers: IELTS overall 7.5 with at least 7.0 in each sub score.

Intake: January, April, October

Duration: PhD 3 years, MPhil 1 year

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