Philosophy MA by Research at Royal Holloway, University of London

Programme overview

The MA by Research (Philosophy) is a flexible programme that allows you to undertake in-depth study under the supervision of international experts, on a broad range of subjects within Philosophy. The core of the MA by Research is a maximum 40,000-word dissertation on a subject of your choosing, intended to give you the scope to explore your area of interest in real depth and to develop sophisticated critical and analytical research and writing skills.

Department: Philosophy | Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Philosophy degrees are well regarded by employers as they give you the capacity to think through issues and problems in a logical and consistent way and to develop critical and transferable skills, which can be applied in almost any area of employment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally, we require a UK 2:1 Bachelor honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. Other subjects will be considered and reviewed by the academic department. We will consider applications with a high UK 2:2 or equivalent. Relevant professional qualifications or experience can be considered also. Before applying you'll need to contact the academic researcher you want to work with and prepare a research proposal. English language: IELTS: 6.5 overall. Writing 7.0. No other subscore lower than 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

International applicants: GBP 23,200 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate; standard two-year part-time study is charged at 50% of the full-time fee per study year. Source

Duration: 1 year full time or 2 years part time

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