Research degrees (PhD) - Philosophy
Our research strengths
- metaphysics
- systematic and philosophical theology
- mind and language
- Biblical studies
- ethics and political philosophy
- Islamic studies
- philosophy of art and science
- feminism
- epistemology
- sociology of religion
- logic
- philosophy of religion
Our PhDs
Can't commit to a full PhD?
We also have a range of research-based Masters degrees if you have a research topic you want to explore but:
- your research question does not currently stretch to a full PhD.
- you feel you can't commit to a full PhD.
A strong culture of excellence and support
- Over 80% of our publications assessed as 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent' in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework.
- We have a track record of PhD students successfully publishing in major philosophical journals.
- An open-door policy and research seminars.
Visiting Postgraduate Research Students
We welcome applications from postgraduate students who are considering spending part of their degree here.
Find out more about spending part of your degree here
Want to know more?
For informal queries about postgraduate study in the Department of Philosophy, contact the postgraduate admissions tutor Prof Jon Hoover.
Initially I was attracted by the research reputation and publications of some of the staff. In my stay I was very impressed with the university and the support that they had for the students.
Jeffrey Biebighauser
PhD Theology and Religious Studies