Master's in Philosophy (Taught)
The MPhil (Taught) is a two year part-time or one year full-time programme and consists of six taught modules (chosen from the list below) and a minor thesis 15,000 – 20,000 words. Students must take a research and methodology module or provide evidence of having completed training in research and methodology. The programme overall is worth 90 ECTS
Postgraduate - Part Time |
1 year full-time or 2 part-time Years |
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Application Deadline: |
30th June 2025
For EU & those living on the island of Ireland (Late applications may be considered). |
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31st May 2025
For non EU |
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Course Start Date: |
September 2025 |
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Introduction
The MPhil (Taught) is a two year part-time or one year full-time programme and consists of six taught modules (chosen from the list below) and a minor thesis 15,000 – 20,000 words. Students must take a research and methodology module or provide evidence of having completed training in research and methodology. The programme overall is worth 90 ECTS
Description
This programme is designed for students who wish to deepen their foundational knowledge and capacity in philosophical thought, within the Christian tradition. It is devised to facilitate students who may have other professional commitments, wether in professional or ministeriall life. Students who undertake this programme may need to take a bridging year to develop research skills, if they wish to continue to the doctoral programme.
Career Outcomes
Aside from an academic career in philosophy, philosophy graduates typically pursue careers in sales, marketing and related associate professionals, business, research and administrative professionals, and the finance sector.
Course Structure
Candidates undertake two modules per semester, completing their six modules by the end of their third semester. Candidates devote their fourth semester to writing their thesis.
Overview of Postgraduate Modules
Cycle A [beginning even numbered year] | ||||
Code | Title | Semester | Comment | |
PY09406 | Texts in Modern Philosophy | 1 | ||
PY09408 | Political Theology | 1 | ||
PY09411 | Ancient Philosophy | 1 | ||
PY09407 | Themes from the Philosophy of Thomas Aquinas | 2 | ||
PY09409 | Philosophy of God | 2 | ||
| PY09412 | Medieval Philosophy | 2 | ||
Cycle B [beginning odd numbered year] | ||||
PY09401 | Philosophical Themes in Ancient and Medieval Thought: Metaphysics, Epistemology, Ethics | 1 | ||
PY09403 | Mind and World | 1 | ||
PY09410 | Females Voices in Religious Philosophy | 1 | ||
PY09404 | Philosophy, Science, and Nature | 2 | ||
| PY09402 | Perspectives on Selfhood | 2 | ||
| PY09405 | Creation and Desire | 2 | ||
Academic Life | ||||
PG 903 | Corley | Research Seminar | Yearlong | Qualifier |
PG 901 | Various | Research Support | Yearlong | Qualifier |
Application Requirements
1.The minimum entry requirement is an honours primary degree in which Philosophy comprises at least an equal joint honours component. Candidates should have obtained at least Second Class Honours, Grade I or equivalent overall.
2. Applicants undergo an interview with two members of staff.
3. The Faculty of Philosophy will also consider applications from candidates whose primary degree is in a subject cognate with philosophy and which comprises a significant philosophical component as determined by the admission board of the Faculty.
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