Overview

After this, they complete a dissertation of approximately 80,000 words under the guidance of a doctoral panel. The panel is made up of the primary supervisor with whom the student works most closely, and two other members of staff.

Features

There is also the option to finish earlier by writing an MLitt dissertation, which is half the length, and does not have such stringent requirements of originality.

We have significant placement success with our PhD graduates at University College Dublin, some of whom now work in Philosophy departments across Europe, the United States and China.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Philosophy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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90

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Credits

30 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Philosophy

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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90

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120

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A detailed 2-page research proposal, along with a table of contents, and a bibliography of at least ten items.

The name of a Philosophy faculty member who might be appropriate to supervise the project. Applicants are advised to contact that faculty member before applying.

Two letters of academic reference. Applicants should ask their referees to e-mail the reference letters directly to philosophy@ucd.ie or they can be uploaded during the application process - this will depend on the preference of referees, not the applicant

A philosophical writing sample (maximum length: 8,000 words), e.g. an MA essay.

A statement of personal interest, or a statement of explanation (maximum length: 1000 words).

Tuition Fee

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International

13730 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13730 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

7130 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7130 EUR per year during 48 months.

The displayed fees are for 2024. Fees for 2025 will be updated soon.

Living costs for Dublin

1100 - 1800 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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