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PhD in Philosophy

The PhD in Philosophy is a research-intensive program that allows students to work in an inspiring academic environment and be supported by supervisors with a broad range of philosophical expertise.

Supervisors

The Department of Philosophy has a diverse range of supervisors with expertise in various fields of philosophy, including aesthetics, art and literature, history of philosophy, metaphysics, phenomenology and continental philosophy, philosophy of medicine and health, philosophy of mind and perception, philosophy of religion, political and legal philosophy, and theoretical and applied ethics.

Funding

The University of York offers various funding opportunities for postgraduate research students, including scholarships and research grants.

Our Research

The Department of Philosophy has research strengths in:

• Aesthetics, art and literature
• History of philosophy (with particular interests in early modern philosophy and German idealism)
• Metaphysics (including philosophy of mathematics and philosophy of time)
• Phenomenology and continental philosophy
• Philosophy of medicine and health
• Philosophy of mind and perception
• Philosophy of religion
• Political and legal philosophy
• Theoretical and applied ethics (including ethics of AI)

UK Fees

The tuition fees for the PhD in Philosophy program are not specified in the provided context.

International Fees

The tuition fees for international students are not specified in the provided context.

Program Structure

The PhD in Philosophy program is available in both full-time and part-time modes, with a duration of 3 years for full-time students and 6 years for part-time students. The program is also available by distance learning, with students required to attend campus for two weeks each year.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the PhD in Philosophy program, applicants must hold a Master's degree in philosophy or a related field. Other relevant experience and expertise may also be considered.

English Language Requirements

If English is not the applicant's first language, they must provide evidence of their English language proficiency.

Applying

To apply for the PhD in Philosophy program, applicants must submit a research proposal and identify a potential supervisor in the Department of Philosophy. The application process involves several stages, including submission of the research proposal, identification of a supervisor, and attendance at an interview.

Training and Support

The Department of Philosophy provides a range of training and support opportunities for postgraduate research students, including research skills training, supervision, and career development workshops.

Careers and Skills

The PhD in Philosophy program provides students with a range of transferable skills, including analytical research, critical analysis, writing, and the ability to craft and execute detailed research projects. The program also provides opportunities for career development and networking.

Course Location

The PhD in Philosophy program is based on Campus West, with students also having the opportunity to study by distance learning.

Research Areas

The Department of Philosophy has research strengths in a range of areas, including aesthetics, art and literature, history of philosophy, metaphysics, phenomenology and continental philosophy, philosophy of medicine and health, philosophy of mind and perception, philosophy of religion, political and legal philosophy, and theoretical and applied ethics.

Distance Learning

The PhD in Philosophy program is also available by distance learning, with students required to attend campus for two weeks each year. Distance learning students will have the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world and will have access to online research skills training sessions and supervision.

University Rankings

The University of York is ranked 2nd in the UK for research in Philosophy, according to the Times Higher Education's ranking of the latest REF results (2021). The University is also ranked 79th for the study of arts and humanities, in the QS World University Rankings by Subject, 2024.