| Course Name |
Philosophy |
| Course Provider |
University College Dublin |
| Course Code |
W226 |
| Course Type |
Postgraduate |
| Qualifications |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
| Postgraduate Diploma (Level 9 NFQ)
More info...
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Major |
National University of Ireland |
Level 9 NFQ |
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| Apply To |
Course provider |
| Attendance Options |
Full time, Daytime |
| Location (Districts) |
Belfield |
| Qualification Letters |
Grad.Dip. |
| Enrolment and Start Dates Comment |
Next Intake: 2017/2018 September.
* Courses will remain open until such time as all places have been filled, therefore early application is advised. |
| Application Weblink |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Duration |
1 year full-time. |
| Link to Course Fee |
Web Page - Click Here |
| Entry Requirements |
Expand+This programme is intended for students with a primary degree in Philosophy, or in another degree that has significant philosophical components; an upper second class honours, or international equivalent is required.
• Candidates with an upper sec...
Hide-This programme is intended for students with a primary degree in Philosophy, or in another degree that has significant philosophical components; an upper second class honours, or international equivalent is required.
• Candidates with an upper second class honours in a postgraduate conversion course such as a Higher Diploma in Philosophy may be considered.
• Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
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| Comment |
Who should apply?
Full Time option suitable for:
Domestic(EEA) applicants: Yes
International (Non EEA) applicants currently residing outside of the EEA Region. No
The programme is suitable for those who have studied some philosophy as part of a university BA degree, and who would like the opportunity to continue their studies in a much more focused environment with like-minded peers and with more support from experienced staff. |
| Course Content |
Expand+GradDip Philosophy
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 60)
You will develop your skills of critical analysis in both speech and writing, precision and clarity in your self-expression and a much more nuanced appreciation of central philosophical q...
Hide-GradDip Philosophy
Graduate Taught (level 9 nfq, credits 60)
You will develop your skills of critical analysis in both speech and writing, precision and clarity in your self-expression and a much more nuanced appreciation of central philosophical questions.
- School considered in the world’s top ten for “20th Century Continental Philosophy”
- Two streams to choose from: (i) General; (ii) Contemporary European.
- Students on General stream can take classes in contemporary European philosophy, analytic philosophy and ancient philosophy
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| Subjects Taught |
Expand+Stage 1 - Option
Merleau-Ponty's Phenomenology of Perception
PHIL40250
Philosophy & Literature
PHIL40410
The Good Society
PHIL40420
Philosophy of the Emotions
PHIL40430
Autonomy as a Philosophical Problem
PHIL40840
Philosophy of Mi...
Hide-Stage 1 - Option
Merleau-Ponty's Phenomenology of Perception
PHIL40250
Philosophy & Literature
PHIL40410
The Good Society
PHIL40420
Philosophy of the Emotions
PHIL40430
Autonomy as a Philosophical Problem
PHIL40840
Philosophy of Mind
PHIL40970
Phenomenology: Selected Rdgs
PHIL41230
Feminist & Gender Theory
PHIL41280
Topics in Continental Philos
PHIL41320
Kant on Aesthetics & Nature
PHIL41340
Metaphysics (Level 4)
PHIL41350
Pragmatism and the Real
PHIL41360
Philosophy of Criminal Law
PHIL41370
Dealing with Disagreement
PHIL41380
Immortality
PHIL41390
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| Careers or Further Progression |
Career Opportunities
Philosophy graduates work in diverse fields including business, public-sector management, marketing and advertising, media and broadcasting, recruitment and human resources.
Graduates of UCD School of Philosophy have continued to have successful academic careers in Ireland, UK and the US. Others are prominent playwrights, journalists, human-rights activists, broadcasters, film-makers and musicians.
Related Programmes
MA Philosophy FT |
| Further Enquiries |
Contact Name: Helen Kenny
Contact Number: +353 (0)1 716 8186 |
| Course Web Page |
Web Page - Click Here |
| International Students |
Web Page - Click Here |
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