About the course

Philosophy is a highly interdisciplinary subject that examines and attempts to answer questions raised by human life and action, by natural science, by the study of art and literature, by the nature of language and communication, and by history. The MLitt in Philosophy offers the opportunity to study a wide range of topics within the discipline in order to broaden your understanding and investigate different research topics. The MLitt in Philosophy is a one-year taught postgraduate programme run by the St Andrews and Stirling Graduate Programme in Philosophy (SASP), taught by staff from both the University of St Andrews and the University of Stirling.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2025	St. Andrews
Semester 1 (September), 2026	St. Andrews

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of St Andrews

A very strong 2.1 Honours degree in or including philosophy. If you do not have an undergraduate degree in philosophy.

　　CV

　　personal statement (optional)

　　sample of academic written work (2,500 words maximum)

　　two original signed academic references

　　academic transcripts and degree certificates

　　IELTS (Academic) - 7.0 overall, 6.5 Minimum component scores (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking)

　　TOEFL IBT - 94

　　Listening: 20

　　Reading: 19

　　Writing: 24

　　Speaking: 20

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 94.0

　　

Application deadline:

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