PhD Philosophy at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

PhD Philosophy is a doctoral research degree in Philosophy at Manchester Metropolitan University. Discover your research degree study options, including areas of expertise for our academic supervisors.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities | Duration: three years full-time, six years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: Most of our doctoral students enrol in October. You can also join us in January and April. | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised original research leading to a doctoral thesis. Research areas include: 19th- and 20th-century continental European philosophy, Critical social theories, Early modern thought, Feminist social epistemology, History and philosophy of science, Kant and German idealism, Metaphysics and ontology, Moral philosophy and metaethics, Phenomenology, Philosophy of education, Philosophy of medicine, Philosophy of psychiatry, Philosophy of religion, Pragmatism and American philosophy, Process philosophy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To apply, you’ll need a first or 2.1 honours degree, or an equivalent qualification. International doctoral students must have strong English language skills. We welcome applicants from non-standard backgrounds. We’ll take subject knowledge, professional experience, publications, or other relevant achievements into consideration.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time home fee for PhD/MPhil (UKRI rate); part-time £2,619 per year; additional project costs may apply Source

Intake: Most of our doctoral students enrol in October. You can also join us in January and April.

Duration: three years full-time, six years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research-study/subject/apply-research-degree

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