Philosophy MPhil/PhD
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
About this programme
Pursue your doctoral studies at UCL Philosophy and produce a thesis of original research under the guidance of your supervisor(s) who are renowned in their field(s) at a department with a world-leading research reputation in philosophy.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- £31,300 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Intake
- October
Entry requirements
The usual prerequisite for the MPhil/PhD is a graduate qualification in Philosophy that includes a research component of at least a years duration or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. Direct admission to the PhD requires the MPhil Stud (or equivalent). All applicants for research degrees must submit two short pieces of work, of about 2,000 words each, with their application.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (4)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds