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MA - Master of Arts
Avenue Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
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MA - Master of Arts
Avenue Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
MA - Master of Arts
Avenue Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
2 Years
Select a an exam type
The MA Philosophy program offers exceptional breadth and depth across philosophical traditions and approaches, allowing you to tailor your studies to contemporary and historical subjects. It is designed to prepare you for both advanced academic study and a wide range of professional careers by developing a broad array of critical skills. We are ranked 7th in the UK for research quality (Complete University Guide 2026). Key Features and Distinctiveness World-Class Research: You will be taught by leading researchers, as Southampton Philosophy was ranked 6th in the UK in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021). Wide Range of Options: The program covers diverse and modern topics, with optional modules including: o
Youll need a 2:2 degree in philosophy or a relevant subject. You will also need to provide one sample of written work for assessment. This should be approximately 2000 words in length and relevant to philosophy.
Students living in
Domestic
£11,500 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£26,200 per year
Students from EU
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£26,200 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition...