Overview

Direction will be available from a supervisory team and students have the opportunity to benefit from the School’s research expertise in areas including post-Kantian European philosophy, the philosophy of religion, the history and philosophy of biology, moral philosophy, and aesthetics.

Regular research seminars of Philosophy at University of Lincoln aim to provide a stimulating environment in which to discuss and debate theoretical concepts with fellow students, scholars, and visiting academics. Strong links exist with the Schools of Mathematics, Physics, and Psychology, and an interdisciplinary research culture facilitates collaboration with colleagues across a wide range of topics.

Career and Personal Development

A doctoral qualification can be the capstone of academic achievement and often marks the beginning of a career in academia or research.

Programme Structure

Research areas covered within the School include:

History and Philisiophy of Science
Philosophy of Religion
Philosophy of Mind
Post-Kantian European Philosophy
Moral Philosophy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-02-01 00:00:00

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More details

Places are limited for some courses, so it is best to submit your application as early as possible.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

61

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A relevant Master's degree.

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Tuition Fee

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International

15900 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15900 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

4830 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4830 GBP per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Lincoln

660 - 1140 GBP /month

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