Philosophy - Taught

The MPhil (Taught) is a two year part-time or one year full-time programme and consists of six taught modules (chosen from the list below) and a minor thesis 15,000 – 20,000 words. Students must take a research and methodology module or provide evidence of having completed training in research and methodology. The programme overall is worth 90 ECTS



This programme is designed for students who wish to deepen their foundational knowledge and capacity in philosophical thought, within the Christian tradition. It is devised to facilitate students who may have other professional commitments, wether in professional or ministeriall life. Students who undertake this programme may need to take a bridging year to develop research skills, if they wish to continue to the doctoral programme.

Candidates undertake two modules per semester, completing their six modules by the end of their third semester. Candidates devote their fourth semester to writing their thesis.



Overview of Postgraduate Modules



Cycle A [beginning even numbered year]



Code Title Semester Comment

PY09406 Texts in Modern Philosophy 1

PY09408 Political Theology 1

PY09411 Ancient Philosophy 1

PY09407 Themes from the Philosophy of Thomas Aquinas 2

PY09409 Philosophy of God 2

PY09412 Medieval Philosophy 2



Cycle B [beginning odd numbered year]



PY09401 Philosophical Themes in Ancient and Medieval Thought: Metaphysics, Epistemology, Ethics 1

PY09403 Mind and World 1

PY09410 Females Voices in Religious Philosophy 1

PY09404 Philosophy, Science, and Nature 2

PY09402 Perspectives on Selfhood 2

PY09405 Creation and Desire 2



Academic Life

PG 903 Corley Research Seminar Yearlong Qualifier

PG 901 Various Research Support Yearlong Qualifier

1.The minimum entry requirement is an honours primary degree in which Philosophy comprises at least an equal joint honours component. Candidates should have obtained at least Second Class Honours, Grade I or equivalent overall.



2. Applicants undergo an interview with two members of staff.



3. The Faculty of Philosophy will also consider applications from candidates whose primary degree is in a subject cognate with philosophy and which comprises a significant philosophical component as determined by the admission board of the Faculty.

Application Deadline:



30th June

For EU & those living on the island of Ireland (Late applications may be considered).



31st May

For non EU

1 year full-time or 2 years part-time.

Course Start Date: September 2026

Aside from an academic career in philosophy, philosophy graduates typically pursue careers in sales, marketing and related associate professionals, business, research and administrative professionals, and the finance sector.