On our MA in Philosophy, you'll engage with key issues at the centre of contemporary debates, and you'll gain up-to-date knowledge of philosophy across a broad range of topics.

The flexible programme gives you the opportunity to choose option modules and provides training in critical thinking and analysis. You'll be able to create a substantial piece of research following your own interests.

You'll develop valuable transferable skills in research and presentation which will be essential if you are thinking of continuing to study to PhD level. The skills that you develop on the course will also equip you for a range of careers.

Assessment and feedback

Your work will be assessed in a variety of ways:

• you'll write a 4,000-word essay for some modules
• you'll write a research proposal and complete a reflective journal for the skills element of Research Skills and Dissemination Practice
• you'll present a paper, chair a session, and complete a funding proposal for the dissemination element of Research Skills and Dissemination Practice

You will also receive assignments throughout your course which will provide constant feedback on your development and help prepare you for your assessments.

Careers and skills

Studying Philosophy develops skills that are highly sought after by employers and transferable to many different careers. Our graduates have gone on to roles in marketing, education, finance, IT, the charity sector, tourism, and leisure industries, as well as into academia.

Career opportunities

• Teacher
• Chaplain
• Local government officer
• Policy officer
• Social researcher
• Business analyst