PhD in Philosophy (2022 Entry)
The Warwick PhD in Philosophy is aimed at outstanding students who wish to pursue advanced research in philosophy and ultimately to become professional researchers in, and/or teachers of, philosophy.
As a PhD student, you will produce a maximum 80,000 word thesis that can provide the basis for professional publication. While many UK philosophy departments possess strength in analytic philosophy or continental philosophy, we are distinctive in having world-leading philosophers from both fields.
Teaching and learning
In addition to regular supervisions, in the first year you will also take our core PhD seminar, which engages you with a broad range of philosophical issues beyond your thesis topic that are central to different philosophical traditions.
Additionally, you are expected to attend any relevant postgraduate seminars, including modules on our taught MA programmes.
A Master’s level degree in Philosophy or a Master’s degree (or equivalent) with a significant Philosophy component; a writing sample of 2,500 words; a strong research proposal.
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- Band B
- IELTS overall score of 7.0, minimum component scores of two at 6.0/6.5 and the rest at 7.0 or above.
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There are no additional entry requirements for this course.
The department has particular research strengths in:
- Philosophy of Mind and Psychology
- Epistemology
- The Philosophy of Art and Literature
- Moral and Political Philosophy
- 20th Century Continental Philosophy
- Kant and 19th Century Post-Kantian Philosophy
Full details of our research interests are listed on the Philosophy web pages.
You can also read our general University research proposal guidance.
Please see our Philosophy 'How to Apply' web page for guidance on the five main stages in the application process for PhD candidates.
You can also see our general University guidance about finding a supervisor.