Course summary
A research degree in Philosophy offers you the opportunity to undertake an intensive study of a topic in Philosophy of your own choosing and to make an original contribution to scholarly understandings of your subject. While the emphasis is on your independent research, you will receive guidance from your team of academic supervisors who have expertise in a range of subjects in Philosophy, with particular strengths in the history and philosophy of science, ethics, the philosophy of religion, the philosophy of mind, moral philosophy, metaphysics and aesthetics. Before you apply, we encourage you to consult the list of our staff's academic interests, to ensure the subject you are interested in can receive expert guidance. As an MPhil/PhD student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of History and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars, as well as postgraduate forums, social events, and training to support the development of your academic skills. Strong links exist between Philosophy and the Schools of Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology, and an interdisciplinary research culture facilitates collaboration with colleagues across a wide range of topics.
Assessment method
he assessment at this level of study takes the form of thesis of 80,000 words (PhD) or 40,000 words (MPhil), which is deemed to make an original contribution to knowledge, and to be suitable for publication (in whole or in part). You will normally need to defend your thesis in an oral examination (viva), where you are expected to demonstrate an expert understanding of your subject, and to show how your research findings contribute to knowledge or build on existing understandings of the subject.
Entry requirements
A relevant Master's degree. Vitally, you will need to submit a research proposal along with your application form. This must demonstrate a suitable scope and focus, and an understanding of how your project makes an original contribution to the field of study. If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a minimum of 6.5 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/. For further advice on IELTS and the support available, please contact the International College by email at [email protected].
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £2415 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £2415 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £2415 | Year 1 |
Wales | £2415 | Year 1 |
International | £8850 | Credit |
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
Provider information
University of Lincoln
Brayford Pool
Lincoln
LN6 7TS