Postgraduate Certificate in Philosophy at University of Cambridge

Programme overview

A part-time Master's-level certificate in philosophy for graduates in the arts, humanities and social or natural sciences, taught through 2-day teaching weekends and one-to-one supervisions. Prior study of philosophy is helpful but not essential, and it can lead to further postgraduate study.

Department: Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) | Duration: 1 year part-time (60 credits; 9 Oct 2027 to 31 Jul 2028) | Intake: October 2027 (9 October) | Study mode: part-time | Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Three units: Topics in Ancient Philosophy (Reason and the Self), Topics in Modern Philosophy (Kant on Reason and Intuition) and Topics in Existentialism (Kierkegaard). Each unit has a 2-day teaching block and a supervision; summative assignments total 11,500 to 14,500 words.

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Entry requirements

Typically a good UK undergraduate degree (2.1) or international equivalent in the arts, humanities and social or natural sciences; prior philosophy study is helpful but not essential. Applicants below this standard may be considered with relevant professional experience and/or higher-level study. Required: CV, writing sample (about 500 words), transcripts and two references; shortlisted applicants are interviewed. Application deadline 27 May 2027 (gathered field). English language: applicants whose first language is not English must evidence fluency before admission; the University accepts IELTS (Academic) and TOEFL iBT (and C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency for some courses), results dated within 2 years of the course start. Required scores are not stated on the course page.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,406 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

International applicants: GBP 10,812 a year (2027/28). University Composition Fee (tuition) for 2027 entry; maintenance/living costs excluded. Source

Intake: October 2027 (9 October)

Duration: 1 year part-time (60 credits; 9 Oct 2027 to 31 Jul 2028)

Apply through the official page: https://www.postgraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/courses/directory/icicpcphl/apply

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