Kingston University
Philosophy MPhilStud
Kingston University

Course modalities offered
  • On campus - h Penrhyn Road Campus
  • Sep 1, 2023 Part-time - 4 years
  • On campus - h Penrhyn Road Campus
  • Sep 1, 2023 Full-time - 2 years

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Reasons to choose Kingston: – This is the only MPhilStud in continental philosophy in the UK. – You will be able to study in more depth and with a more intense research focus than a one-year MA. – You will be based at the UK’s Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy at Kingston University and be part of a large community of philosophy postgraduates.

About this course:

Studies begin with a module on Kant and his legacy. You will then choose five optional modules. Choices include foundational texts and thinkers of the modern European tradition (Kant, Hegel, Marx, Nietzsche, Heidegger) and 20th-and 21st-century philosophy and critical theory, including psychoanalysis.

You will prepare your dissertation (25,000–30,000 words), working closely with a supervisor, using a method of working modelled on PhD supervision.

You will attend philosophical research methods seminars and participate in reading groups related to your dissertation and interests.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 6.0
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Philosophy, MPhilStud, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Philosophy MPhilStud

EU £15800 year 1
England UK £8770 year 1
Northern Ireland £8770 year 1
Scotland £8770 year 1
Wales £8770 year 1
International £15800 year 1
Source: UCAS Dec 4, 2023

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

Source: Own research based on surveys and university data

University Rankings

Positions of Kingston University in top UK and global rankings.

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About Kingston University

Founded in 1899, Kingston University is located in the suburban town of Kingston upon Thames, London. The university’s four campuses can be found in and around the town centre, with a free shuttle bus helping students to get there. This university offers what they call Flexi-stay accommodation, which allows students to book rooms in their residence halls for periods in which they expect to be studying exceptionally hard.

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Student composition of Kingston University

Total number of students enrolled at Kingston University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
12155
postgraduates:
4525
Total:
16680
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Where is this programme taught

Penrhyn Road Campus
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