MA by Research Philosophy

The MA by Research (Philosophy) is a postgraduate course offered by University of Reading. This program allows students to delve into a particular area of philosophy under the guidance of specialist supervisors, and to complete an extended thesis. Suitable for those who would like to proceed to a PhD, it provides comprehensive training for academic research.Course Content: This course is designed to give students a deep understanding of a particular area of philosophy they are interested in exploring. It includes topics of philosophical interest such as philosophy of mind, philosophy of time, ethics, philosophy of language, philosophy of religion, political philosophy and metaphysics. Students will spend much of the year working on a detailed dissertation, which will be supervised by an expert in the field.Key Modules: There are no specific modules for this course, as it is largely a research-based program. Students will be expected to undertake a significant amount of independent study to contribute to a dissertation project.Accreditations: The course information does not specify any accreditations for this course.Future Careers: While the course doesn't provide specific career paths, the skills learned in critical thinking, argumentation, and written communication can be valuable across a wide range of careers. Many graduates may choose to continue in academia, while others could find roles in fields such as law, politics or business.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.