MA Philosophy

University of Sheffield Department of Philosophy

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Full time & Part time September MA 1 year FT / 2 years PT

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Philosophy Metaphysics Philosophy Sheffield United Kingdom On Campus

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Course description

This general course explores key ideas in philosophy. You’ll develop your philosophical knowledge and understanding to a higher level. We offer an extensive range of optional modules, allowing you to focus your studies towards a particular specialism or to explore the breadth of this hugely varied subject.

Our MA is designed to prepare students who wish to continue to a PhD, as many do. We also welcome anyone who just wants to learn more about philosophy, even if your first degree is in another subject.

Teaching

You’ll learn through lectures, seminars and tutorials.

Assessment

You’ll write a long essay for each module and a dissertation. If you’re going on to a PhD you may choose to write a PhD proposal.

Please see our University website for the most up-to-date

Entry Requirements

You'll need a first-class or a 2.1 honours degree from a UK university or an equivalent grade from overseas.

English language requirements:
Overall IELTS score of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component, or equivalent.

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Briana Toole

Philosophy is challenging, it forces you to question your deep-seated beliefs and values. The great thing about philosophy is that it teaches you not what to think, but how to think.