Cork,
Ireland
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Postgraduate Diploma in Philosophy in Cork Ireland | University College Cork
University College Cork
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Cork Ireland
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Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
EUR
17,000
(c. USD19,582.64)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This one-year program explores diverse philosophical ideas related to mind and consciousness, political action, ethics and aesthetics, societal structures, globalization, power dynamics, territorial concepts, and beyond. It provides a unique opportunity to examine both Western and Eastern philosophical traditions at an advanced academic level.
Students select six specialized modules, each offering insights into contemporary philosophical discourse.
Through these modules, participants engage with philosophical texts, develop conceptual understanding, and familiarize themselves with influential thinkers. The curriculum enhances historical knowledge of philosophical thought while refining essential academic abilities including analytical writing, critical interpretation, and argument analysis.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
In order to be admitted to the Postgraduate Diploma programme in Philosophy, an applicant should normally have at least a Second Class Honours Grade I in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) or equivalent. Graduates with a Second Class Honours Grade II in a primary honours degree (NFQ, Level 8) will be considered under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on a case-by-case basis. Successful applicants must demonstrate evidence of (1) having taken undergraduate or postgraduate modules in philosophy, or courses with philosophical relevance in social theory, social science, cultural theory, politics, psychology, literature or other cognate discipline; and (2) relevant skills in writing and critical thinking (by receiving indicative marks on previous assessments, for example).
If a significant amount of time has passed since the candidate received their undergraduate degree, it may be possible to appeal for entrance based on work or other degree experience. These cases will be considered carefully by the Graduate Studies Committee on a case-by-case basis.
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