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  MA Philosophy (by Research)


University of York    Department of Philosophy

Full time & Part time See Course MA, Research Only 1 year full time, 2 years part time Award winner
Education (11) Philosophy (28)

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The MA Philosophy (by Research) programme at our university offers a unique opportunity for students to delve deep into their chosen area of philosophical study. Under the guidance of experienced academic staff and a Thesis Advisory Panel, students will conduct original research, which will be assessed by external examiners. Alongside their research, students will receive training in research methods and transferable skills. To be eligible for this programme, applicants should have a prior qualification in philosophy, a satisfactory research proposal, and meet the English language requirements. Graduates of this programme have pursued diverse careers in government, charities, finance, IT management, media, and more.

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Students on the MPhil, PhD, PhD by Distance Learning and MA in Philosophy by Research follow an approved programme of research supervised by a member of academic staff and informed by a Thesis Advisory Panel. Alongside this academic support, students are supported by a programme of training in research methods and transferable skills. Students are assessed solely on the basis of their research, which must include original work, by at least two individually appointed examiners, one of whom will be external to the University.

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