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Queen's University Belfast
Philosophy PhD
Queen's University Belfast

Philosophy PhD

QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY BELFAST

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Full time | Queen's Campus | 3 years | DEC

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Full time

Duration

3 years

Start date

DEC

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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Philosophy

Course Summary

Philosophy has a strong international reputation for innovative research, across a wide range of specialist research strengths. These include: Applied Ethics, 19th Century European Philosophy, Moral Philosophy, Philosophy of Science, Epistemology, Political Philosophy, and the Philosophy of Religion . In each of these areas, important and pioneering work has been published by members of staff and major projects of research are ongoing. Postgraduate students are supervised by leading researchers in their philosophical field, and are encouraged to contribute to the School’s vibrant research calendar of events, workshops, reading groups and conferences. he aim of the programme is to produce students who are fully-fledged independent researchers, and students are from the outset given encouragement to disseminate their work at seminars and conferences and by publishing in high-quality locations. The programme culminates in the submission of an 80,000-word dissertation.You’ll become part of our vibrant postgraduate research culture, focused on areas including Applied Ethics, 19th Century European Philosophy, Moral Philosophy, Philosophy of Science, Epistemology, Political Philosophy, and the Philosophy of Religion. You’ll see our thriving research culture yourself, through visits and talks, conferences and workshops, reading groups and the staff seminar series.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£5,006

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£20,500

Entry requirements

The minimum academic requirement for admission to a research degree programme is normally an Upper Second Class Honours degree from a UK or ROI HE provider, or an equivalent qualification acceptable to the University. Further information can be obtained by contacting the School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics.

University information

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Queen’s University Belfast is a globally recognised institution and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of UK research-intensive universities. Established in 1845, it combines academic excellence with a rich educational heritage, delivering world-class education in one of the UK’s most affordable student cities. Located in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland’s vibrant capital, the university offers a diverse and inclusive community of...more

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