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MA Hons Philosophy

4 Years On Campus Accelerated-bachelors Program

University of St Andrews

Program Overview

The MA (Hons) in Philosophy will familiarise you with the views put forward by the principal figures of the philosophical tradition. It will also provide you with the means of rationally and independently assessing arguments. Studying Philosophy is about acquiring skills of criticism and analysis, of clear thinking and principled debate. During your studies, you will explore some of the oldest and most complex questions asked by human beings from Greek antiquity to the present day. For example: what differentiates truth from falsehood, and reality from appearance Are we really free in our decisions and actions, or is freedom an illusion Are moral values objective, and if so in what sense What justifies some in exercising power over others

Program Key Stats

£21290 (Annual Fee)



Eligibility Criteria


1330
30
6.5
92

Additional Information & Requirements

A minimum average of 90% (with 90% or higher in any prerequisite subjects) in Standard XII examinations, or A1-A2 if you are taking examinations used by Central Boards, SQA Highers: AABB, GCE A-Levels:AAB, IB points: 35, IELTS score of 7.0, with a minimum score of 6.5, TOEFL (IBT) of 92 overall with at least 20 in all components, CAE/CPE of 176, PTE (Academic) of 62 overall with at least 59 in each component

Career Options

  • Careers in Academia
  • Law
  • Civil service
  • Management consultancy
  • Teaching

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