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PhD of Philosophy
University of Wales Trinity Saint David
- Swansea, United Kingdom
- 4, 3 years
- 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
- Master's degree or upper second class honours degree relevant to the research project
- Or equivalent professional experience (MPhil and PhD). English: IELTS 6.5 as stated on the postgraduate research applications page.
Accepted academic background
Master degree or 2:1 honours degree relevant to the research project, Or equivalent professional experience, Research proposal
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing
- PTE Academic 5.5 listening and speaking)
- Cambridge PTE Academic 62 in all four components
- IELTS 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Research Proposal
How to apply
- Review the programme entry requirements and intake. Complete the postgraduate application on the official university website. Upload academic transcripts and any required qualification and English language evidence. Provide evidence of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Submit the completed application and await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Swansea |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Doctoral College |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Full Time,Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
October 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Scholarships
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4, 3 years.
Tuition is £17,500 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5 (6.5 reading and writing, PTE Academic 5.5 listening and speaking), Cambridge PTE Academic 62 in all four components, IELTS 6.5.
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

