PhD Philosophy
University of Exeter
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Research overviewIn the Department of Sociology, Philosophy, and Anthropology (SPA) we offer of a variety of research degrees, from MA by Research, to MPhil, to PhD.In our Department you have the opportunity to undertake advanced postgraduate research in a friendly, interdisciplinary, collaborative, and highly productive community. We have a range of interests that cut across themes in sociology (including criminology), philosophy, anthropology and anthrozoology. We support postgraduate ...Read more

Research overview

In the Department of Sociology, Philosophy, and Anthropology (SPA) we offer of a variety of research degrees, from MA by Research, to MPhil, to PhD.

In our Department you have the opportunity to undertake advanced postgraduate research in a friendly, interdisciplinary, collaborative, and highly productive community. We have a range of interests that cut across themes in sociology (including criminology), philosophy, anthropology and anthrozoology. We support postgraduate students working across a diverse range of topics in these disciplines and at their boundaries. Our department includes Egenis, the Centre for the Study of Life Sciences, an internationally recognised research centre for philosophical and social studies of the life sciences.

Philosophy

  • History and Philosophy of Science
  • Philosophy of Mind and Cognitive Science
  • Philosophy of Psychiatry
  • Social Philosophy
  • Ethics
  • Philosophical Anthropology
  • Phenomenology
  • Existentialism
  • Critical Theory
  • Feminist Philosophy

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WUSCA ranking:
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58/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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8th
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14th
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Bea
31 Jan 25

The campus is so lovely, with lots of great spaces to study, relax, eat, and be with friends. The course I am on is interesting, with the seminars being particularly helpful...Read more

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Joseph
21 Dec 24

Student support and wellbeing services are very good (have used them in my time at the university) although quite difficult to navigate and reach out for help initially. I do a..Read more

Entry requirements

You should have a good first degree either in Philosophy or another subject that could prepare you for a research project within the Department.

Tuition fees

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£4,786 per year

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Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £4,786 full-time.

£22,600 per year

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Students from EU

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Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

£22,600 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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Tuition Fees per year 2024/25: £22,600 full-time.

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Bea
31 Jan 25
Philosophy and Politics BA (Hons)
The campus is so lovely, with lots of great spaces to study, relax, eat, and be with friends. The course I am on is interesting, with the seminars being particularly helpful....
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Joseph
21 Dec 24
Philosophy BA (Hons)
Student support and wellbeing services are very good (have used them in my time at the university) although quite difficult to navigate and reach out for help initially. I do a...
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University of Exeter
Northcote House Queen's Drive Exeter Devon EX4 4QJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Exeter Central  0.4 miles away

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