Overview
Features
We have a large and friendly Philosophy postgraduate community at the University of Sheffield, with students from across the globe.
There is a vibrant research culture: our staff offer expertise in a wide range of areas; there are up to a dozen reading groups going at any given time, the majority of which are student-led, and students present work in progress at weekly postgraduate seminars and at the annual reading weekend.
Programme Structure
Research themes include:- Environmental Philosophy
- Epistemology
- Ethics, Meta-Ethics and Moral Psychology
- Philosophy of Education
- Social Psychology
- History of Philosophy
- Logic and Philosophy of Mathematics
- Metaphysics
- Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science
- Political Philosophy
- Philosophy of Language
- Philosophy of Religion
- Philosophy of the Arts
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Although we advise students to start in September/October, it's often possible to start postgraduate research at any point in the year.
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Philosophy View 87 other PhDs in Philosophy in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
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
- You will need an MA at Distinction level from a UK University or equivalent grade from overseas.
Admissions decisions are based mainly on:
- What your referees say about you
- Your writing sample
- Your record of academic achievement
Tuition Fee
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International
21560 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21560 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4712 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Sheffield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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Available Scholarships
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