Philosophy of Medicine & Psychiatry MA
King's College London, University of London
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The course provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Philosophy of Medicine and Psychiatry. Students will also have the opportunity to study other areas of Philosophy, selecting from a broad range of modules and covering all areas of the subject. Geared to philosophy, medical and other graduates, the course introduces students to key concepts, arguments, texts and techniques in the Philosophy of Medicine and Psychiatry. This course is ...Read more

The course provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Philosophy of Medicine and Psychiatry. Students will also have the opportunity to study other areas of Philosophy, selecting from a broad range of modules and covering all areas of the subject. Geared to philosophy, medical and other graduates, the course introduces students to key concepts, arguments, texts and techniques in the Philosophy of Medicine and Psychiatry. This course is suited both to students with an undergraduate degree in philosophy and to those moving into philosophy from another subject at the undergraduate level. It is particularly suitable for students moving into philosophy from a medical background. The course will provide you the opportunity to develop and demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Philosophy of Medicine and Psychiatry. You will also have the opportunity to study other areas of philosophy, chosen from a broad range of modules which cover all areas of the subject. Whether you are a philosophy graduate or studying the subject with us for the first time, our course will provide a firm foundation for subsequent research.

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Ekra
13 Sep 23

The best part is the library that is open 24hours during exam season. I feel really supported as I can take all the time I need to study. Furthermore, the support that is..Read more

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Suzanna
13 Feb 23

I think there should be more support for students who are only allowed the minimum grant, but are not being financially supported by their parents...Read more

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A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelors (honours) degree. If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

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Living expenses - 1800 per month

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Ekra
13 Sep 23
Philosophy - BA (Hons)
The best part is the library that is open 24hours during exam season. I feel really supported as I can take all the time I need to study. Furthermore, the support that is...
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Suzanna
13 Feb 23
Philosophy, Politics and Economics - BA (Hons)/BSc (Hons)
I think there should be more support for students who are only allowed the minimum grant, but are not being financially supported by their parents....
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King's College London, University of London
King's College London, University of London , London

King's College London (King’s) is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the UK....

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King's College London, University of London
Strand London Greater London WC2R 2LS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Temple  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: Charing Cross   0.2 miles away
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