MA Political and Legal Philosophy
University of York
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Study issues in political and legal philosophy and investigate them through your own research.On this MA you can choose from a wide range of option modules. Youll also be able to create a substantial piece of research following your own interests, with our support. Youll develop valuable transferable skills in research, analysis, critical thinking, 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 ...Read more

Study issues in political and legal philosophy and investigate them through your own research.

On this MA you can choose from a wide range of option modules. You'll also be able to create a substantial piece of research following your own interests, with our support. You'll develop valuable transferable skills in research, analysis, critical thinking, 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.

You’ll join our postgraduate community across both the Department of Philosophy and York Law School and will be invited to participate in our broad and diverse research culture.

Assessment and feedback

Your work will be assessed in a variety of ways:

  • you'll write a 3,000- or 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

  • Local government graduate scheme
  • Management consultant
  • Civil Service Fast Stream
  • Immigration adviser
  • Charity officer for human rights charity
  • Researcher

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Entry requirements

Undergraduate degree: 2:1 or equivalent (suitable candidates with a 2:2 equivalent and relevant professional work experience would also be considered).

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£11,200 per year

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£25,900 per year

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£25,900 per year

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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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