Course summary
Reasons to choose Kingston
- This is the only MPhilStud in continental philosophy in the UK.
- You will be able to study in more depth and with a more intense research focus than a one-year MA.
- You will be based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University and be part of a large community of philosophy postgraduates.
- Recent French Philosophy
- Philosophy and Psychoanalysis
- Modern Political Philosophy
- Modes of Subjection
- Planetary Aesthetics
Modules
Example modules: Recent French Philosophy; Philosophy and Psychoanalysis; Modern Political Philosophy; Modes of Subjection; Planetary Aesthetics. For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through short exercises, essays, independent study, and a 25,000-word dissertation. For this course you will be assessed almost entirely on submitted coursework (i.e. there are no exams, and no assessed oral presentations or practical components, apart from the viva voce exam that follows submission of your dissertation). Type of assessment: Coursework: 100%
Entry requirements
A 2:1 or above honours degree, or equivalent, in philosophy or a related subject. Candidates with non-standard qualifications but with relevant experience are welcome to apply.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £8690 | Year 1 |
| England | £4823 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4823 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £4823 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £4823 | Year 1 |
| International | £8690 | Year 1 |
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
Please visit the course provider webpage for further information regarding additional course costs.
Provider information
Kingston University
River House
53-57 High Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1LQ