MA Philosophy at Durham University

The MA in Philosophy provides the freedom to explore philosophical traditions in depth and to understand their relevance to contemporary global issues. Our MA in Philosophy allows you to explore influential philosophical traditions in depth and to understand how philosophical ideas can illuminate major contemporary questions and global challenges. The degree can be taken over one year full-time or two years part-time, and welcomes students from a wide range of academic backgrounds.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: Philosophy  |  Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Durham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will study a research project alongside compulsory and optional modules. The research project takes the form of a dissertation on a specialist area of interest, providing excellent preparation for doctoral study should you choose to pursue it. Compulsory modules include Dissertation, Philosophical Perspectives.

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