Cork,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Philosophy in Cork Ireland | University College Cork
University College Cork
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Cork Ireland
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
17,000
(c. USD19,589.1)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Our Master of Arts in Philosophy provides a unique opportunity to explore both Western and Eastern philosophical traditions at an advanced level. Over twelve months, you'll engage with diverse philosophical ideas, examining topics ranging from mind and consciousness to ethics, politics, aesthetics, culture, globalization, power structures, and territorial concepts. The program's carefully crafted modules offer comprehensive insights into contemporary philosophical discourse, tailored specifically for graduate students in their initial year. Each module includes designated readings and written assessments. Prospective students should possess a foundational understanding of core philosophical principles before enrollment. (Introductory reading materials are available for those new to the field.) During the first phase, you'll select five modules totaling 50 credits, followed by an independent research project in the latter part of the academic year.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
In order to be admitted to the MA programme in Philosophy, applicants should have at least a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent in Philosophy or a cognate discipline. Successful applicants must demonstrate relevant skills in writing and critical thinking (by receiving indicative marks on previous assessments, for example).
It is possible for applicants who have a primary degree but do not fully qualify for entry into the programme to undertake a Master's Qualifying Examination or a Higher Diploma in Arts. This qualification will enable prospective students to apply for this MA programme, though it will not grant automatic acceptance to it.
If a significant amount of time has passed since the applicant received their undergraduate degree, it may be possible to appeal for entrance based on work or other degree experience. These cases will be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) carefully by the Graduate Studies Committee on a case-by-case basis.
It is recommended that applicants who are uncertain whether they qualify to consult with the department in advance of submitting an application. All applicants are subject to the approval of the Graduate Studies Committee in Philosophy.
Duolingo English Test: DET 120 (with a minimum score of 110 in each individual section)
IELTS: 6.5 Overall; 6.0 Individual Skills (academic version)
TOEFL iBT: 90 Overall; Listening 20; Reading 19; Speaking 21; Writing 20
Cambridge Examinations:
C2 Proficiency
C1 Advanced
B2 First
176 overall with no less than 169 in each element of the test
Pearson PTE: Minimum score of 63 with no section score below 59
Tuition
EUR
17,000