The distinctiveness of the Queen’s Postgraduate Diploma in Philosophy programme lies in combining a generalist programme in postgraduate Philosophy with a curriculum that emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and social issue engagement. Students may opt to complete the Queen’s Certificate in Strategic Leadership.The Queen’s PGDip in Philosophy is a pluralist programme that recognises and values diverse philosophical methods, histories, and scholarly approaches, while providing students with a strong grounding in core areas of philosophy. The student experience is that of a generalist MA programme informed by an inclusive approach to disciplinary history and by engagement with twenty-first century issues and debates. Students will explore historical and contemporary debates, solve abstract and concrete problems, and respond to fundamental and applied questions.PGDip in Philosophy students have opportunities to personalise their education, through the Individually Negotiated Topic module. With guidance from the supervisor, students can choose a topic that interests them for directed critical reading and analysis with a small, focussed group. Students also benefit from a wide range of interdisciplinary opportunities within the School and the Faculty of AHSS, along with the excellent postgraduate experience infrastructure at Queen’s. Students may opt to complete the Queen’s Certificate in Strategic Leadership