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PhD Philosophy

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Course Overview

A PhD in philosophy is a valuable and flexible qualification, which allows you to develop skills in logical thinking, critical evaluation, persuasion, writing and independent thought. 

Graduates have gone on to positions in journalism, administration in the civil service, education, advertising and a range of managerial positions. Some go on to pursue research in the area, many continuing with PhDs at Kent or other higher education institutions.

General Eligibility

A first or upper-second class BA honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject, and a distinction or merit in an MA programme or equivalent in a relevant subject.

International applicants for whom English is not their first language must have IELTS overall 7.0 with at least 6.5 for each component.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS (including IELTS Indicator) 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in R&W; 5.5 in S&L)

    TOEFL iBT 90 overall (with a minimum of 22 in R; 21 in W; 17 in L; 20 in S)

Programme Information
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Course Category

Humanities and Social Sciences

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Campus Name

Canterbury

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Course Level

Undergraduate

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Duration

Full-time, 3/4 years & Part-time, 5/6 years

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Available Intake

September, January, May

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IELTS Score

6.0

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Tuition Fees Range

Home full-time/part-time: TBC, EU/International full-time: £18000, EU/International part-time: £9000,

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