Masters Degrees in Philosophy of Science, United Kingdom

This programme offers breadth across a wide range of historical and philosophical themes. It also encourages intensive investigation and specialisation: a survey of nearly 3,000 years of scientific ideas and communities, and an exploration of the inner workings of science's methods and theories. Read more

We are among the top UK institutions for philosophy of science. Our expertise is in a broad range of areas related to the philosophy and history of the specific sciences, including physics, biology, mathematics, logic, medicine and psychology. Read more

The course provides opportunities for students to develop and demonstrate knowledge, understanding and skills in the Philosophy of Medicine and Psychiatry as well as studying other fascinating areas of Philosophy, selected from a broad range of modules and covering all areas of the subject. Read more

The Department of Philosophy has outstanding research strength in the fields of philosophy of biology, philosophy of psychology and philosophy of cognitive sciences. Read more

The MPhil in History and Philosophy of Science and Medicine is a full-time 9-month course that provides students with the opportunity to carry out focused research under close supervision by senior members of the University. Read more

Ask LSE With a deep and rigorous programme of coursework and research in the  Department of Philosophy, Logic and Scientific Method , the MSc Philosophy of Science explores both general questions about the nature of science and specific foundational issues related to the individual sciences. Read more

Science influences every conceivable facet of modern life, from what we eat, to how we talk, and when we die. But how did we get here? And what does it all mean for where we go next? This Masters course examines scientific knowledge and its medical and technological applications. Read more

The Graduate Diploma in Philosophy is a nine month conversion course (18 months part-time), designed for those who already have a degree and wish to pursue an interest in philosophy. Read more

This one-year course (two years part-time) provides an ideal academic environment for those who would like to study the subject at a higher level in preparation for a PhD or as a basis for future employment. Read more

Philosophy, science and religion are three endeavours that shape in far-reaching and fundamental ways how we think, what we value, and how we live. Read more

You’ll address the concept of science, the knowledge it provides and the way in which the production of knowledge is organised in society We’ll provide… Read more

Ask LSE Anthropology, economics, geography, political science, sociology – you already know what the social sciences are. Read more

Philosophy tackles some of the deepest and most complex questions about humanity and our place in the world. You'll study the key debates, trends and approaches in different areas of philosophy whilst improving your skills in research and critical analysis. Read more

The MPhil in Health, Medicine and Society is a full-time 9 month course run jointly by the Departments of History and Philosophy of Science, Sociology and Social Anthropology. Read more

You’ll engage with cutting-edge research on topics such as the role of experiments in the creation of scientific knowledge and the ethical and social implications… Read more