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Philosophy at University of Reading - UCAS

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Course summary

MA by Research Philosophy is an intensive but flexible research-based philosophy programme for graduates looking to further their studies. Broaden your philosophical knowledge in an intensive but flexible research-based programme for graduates looking to further their studies. For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/philosophy-pg/ma-by-research-philosophy

Modules

During your master's by research programme you will be able to explore areas of philosophy that interest you, with no set modules. You will submit two essays in the autumn semester, one essay and a presentation in the spring semester, and a dissertation (of up to 20,000 words) by the end of the summer vacation. Check our website for more details about the course structure.


Entry requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall with no element less than 6.0. Entry requirements: Normally a good undergraduate honours degree (2.1 or above) in philosophy.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £7735 Whole course
England £7735 Whole course
Northern Ireland £7735 Whole course
Scotland £7735 Whole course
Wales £7735 Whole course
International £16450 Whole course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Philosophy at University of Reading - UCAS