Philosophy | University of York

Course summary

This course is intended to provide an opportunity for students with no background in philosophy to do advanced work in the subject and to obtain an Honours-level qualification in it. The 1st part of the programme aims to provide students with a knowledge of important topics in Philosophy and also an opportunity to develop essential skills to engage critically with those topics. In this part of the programme, students take 4 to 5 undergraduate modules. The 2nd part of the programme aims to give students experience in applying research skills to a well-defined problem under the guidance of an expert in the area.

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A range of scholarships and studentships are available at postgraduate level. Some scholarships are funded by the University (such as the York Master's Opportunity Scholarship) and some are funded by Research Councils, alumni, businesses and charities. Please check with the provider for details.