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

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Clifton Campus

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Part Time

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8 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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The Department of Philosophy has a reputation for high-quality research across the subject. We are particularly well known for our strength in logic and the philosophy of science and mathematics, as well as expertise in ethics, formal epistemology, metaphysics of science, phenomenology and the philosophy of medicine.We have an exciting seminar/colloquium and conference programme, including regular seminars in philosophy and history of science, medicine, mathematics and logic, as well as weekly ...Read more

The Department of Philosophy has a reputation for high-quality research across the subject. We are particularly well known for our strength in logic and the philosophy of science and mathematics, as well as expertise in ethics, formal epistemology, metaphysics of science, phenomenology and the philosophy of medicine.We have an exciting seminar/colloquium and conference programme, including regular seminars in philosophy and history of science, medicine, mathematics and logic, as well as weekly departmental seminars with visiting speakers, various reading groups, and joint sessions run with the Departments of Physics, Mathematics, Politics, English, History and Medicine. We also host the Centre for Science and Philosophy, which promotes the interpretation of science through collaboration with other disciplines.The principal research areas of the Department of Philosophy are:philosophy of sciencephilosophy of mathematics and logicepistemology, philosophy of mind and languageethics and political philosophyphilosophy of medicine and biologymetaphysics of science.

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Lucy
27 Feb 24

Student life is great, the nightlife and atmosphere is friendly and fun. The uni lectures are predominantly very interesting and explained well but the course is definitely..Read more

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Harriet
27 Feb 24

Amazing city and nightlife, very social and easy to meet people. Great uni buildings, lots of great study spaces and places to chill with friends. The students union could be..Read more

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Entry requirements

PhD: A master's qualification, or be working towards a master's qualification, or international equivalent. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis, provided they hold a first-class undergraduate degree (or international equivalent). Applicants with a non-traditional background may be considered provided they can demonstrate substantial equivalent and relevant experience that has prepared them to undertake their proposed course of study.

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£2,425 per year

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Accommodation fee - Living expenses - As a guide, most students spend between £9,000 and £15,000 per year including accommodation.

£10,650 per year

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Accommodation fee - Living expenses - As a guide, most students spend between £9,000 and £15,000 per year including accommodation.

£10,650 per year

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Accommodation fee - Living expenses - As a guide, most students spend between £9,000 and £15,000 per year including accommodation.

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Lucy
27 Feb 24
Mathematics and Philosophy
Student life is great, the nightlife and atmosphere is friendly and fun. The uni lectures are predominantly very interesting and explained well but the course is definitely...
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Harriet
27 Feb 24
Mathematics and Philosophy - MSci (Hons)
Amazing city and nightlife, very social and easy to meet people. Great uni buildings, lots of great study spaces and places to chill with friends. The students union could be...
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University of Bristol
Beacon House Queens Road Bristol BS8 1QU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Clifton Down  0.3 miles away
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