Conversion in Philosophy (Graduate Diploma)
University of St Andrews
About this program
Conversion in Philosophy (Graduate Diploma)
The Conversion Diploma in Philosophy is for those who wish to pursue the study of philosophy at postgraduate level but have studied little or no philosophy in their undergraduate degree. It builds a firm foundation for those looking to undertake research in philosophy.
Admission requirements
- A good 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject. Applicants who have not met the required 2.1 standard may still apply but will be required to submit a writing sample in support of their application.
- If you studied your first degree outside the UK,see the international entry requirements.
The qualifications listed are indicative minimum requirements for entry. Some academic Schools will ask applicants to achieve significantly higher marks than the minimum. Obtaining the listed entry requirements will not guarantee you a place, as the University considers all aspects of every application including, where applicable, the writing sample, personal statement, and supporting documents.
English language proficiency
If English is not your first language, you may need to provide an English language test score to evidence your English language ability
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Compulsory Modules
- Reading Philosophy 1: Texts in Language, Logic, Mind, Epistemology, Metaphysics and Science: close study of philosophical texts – historical and contemporary – that address a variety of topics within metaphysics, epistemology, the philosophies of logic and language, mind and science.
- Reading Philosophy 2: Texts in Ethics, Metaethics, Religion, Aesthetics and Political Philosophy: close study of philosophical texts – historical and contemporary – that address a variety of topics within ethics, metaethics, aesthetics, philosophy of religion and political philosophy.
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
- Home: £11,120
- Overseas: £23,530
Continuing studies
Satisfactory performance on the Diploma leads to entry to the Philosophy MLitt programme.
Many previous Conversion Diploma students have gone on to further study in philosophy at PhD level – either at St Andrews and Stirling or on another equally prestigious PhD programme.
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University of St Andrews
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