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Housed within the Department of Politics & International Relations, Royal Holloway's MA in Political Philosophy offers exceptional training in modern political thought, bridging Anglo-American and Continental philosophical traditions. Our faculty specialize in diverse areas including analytical political theory (covering topics like migration, citizenship, and recognition politics), post-Nietzschean identity theories, democratic theory, and pragmatist philosophy.
Royal Holloway takes an innovative approach that transcends traditional boundaries between analytic and European philosophy, fostering interdisciplinary connections across arts, humanities, and social sciences. This creates a collaborative environment where philosophy intersects with other fields, drawing expertise from departments like drama, literature, and political studies. Our philosophy faculty are not only skilled educators but also recognized scholars in their respective specialties.
This unique methodology ensures that postgraduate students can situate their philosophical studies within broader academic contexts, supported by specialists from various disciplines. Our department's research strengths span numerous philosophical domains, from ancient and Hellenistic thought to modern European philosophy, contemporary analytic traditions, and American pragmatism.
Program Length: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time