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PhD of Philosophy

University of Southampton

Southampton, United Kingdom
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A one-year research master's in Philosophy completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Philosophy in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in philosophy in research master concepts
Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

Research Assistant
Project Assistant
Program Coordinator

Curriculum

Independent research project in Philosophy guided by a supervisor
Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

Undergraduate and
if held
master's degree transcripts and certificates
two academic references
a personal statement and a research proposal where needed
English qualification if required.

Accepted academic background

Undergraduate and/or master's degree with a supervisor-agreed project; see project page

Language tests

IELTS B
TOEFL iBT F)

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Personal Statement
Recommendation Letters
Research Proposal

How to apply

Review the programme entry requirements and application deadline. Complete the postgraduate application on the official university website. Upload degree certificates
academic transcripts
English-language evidence where required. Submit any programme-specific references
portfolio
or research documents when applicable. Respond to any document requests or interview invitation. Accept the offer and complete enrollment.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£20,500 GBP
Application fee	_
Deposit	_

Program details

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Faculty or school	Postgraduate research (PhD topic area)
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Teaching language	English
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Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	Competitive Southampton scholarships are available to eligible international undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research students. Award values, nationality, degree, subject, entry year and application conditions vary; funding is not guaranteed.

Scholarships

Competitive Southampton scholarships are available to eligible international undergraduate, taught postgraduate and research students. Award values, nationality, degree, subject, entry year and application conditions vary; funding is not guaranteed.

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Frequently asked questions

Tuition is £20,500 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.