PhD Studentship: Philosophy

Our Philosophy PhD is a leading research programme which will enable you to develop individual research expertise in philosophy. Drawing on the breadth and depth of our research expertise, distinctively covering all areas of both analytic and continental philosophy, you will engage in focused research under close expert supervision, as part of a vibrant research community. The skills and subject knowledge you will gain, including through our curated professional development activities, provide ideal preparation for further research or teaching. You can also get involved in the various scholarly activities organised by the Warwick Mind and Action Research Centre, the Centre for Research in Post-Kantian European Philosophy, the Centre for Research in Philosophy, Literature and the Arts, and the Centre for Ethics, Law and Public Affairs.

Teaching and learning

You will produce an 80,000-word thesis that can provide the basis for professional publication. You will contribute to department’s vibrant research community by taking part in work-in-progress seminars and the activities of the department’s research centres. In addition to regular expert supervisions, we provide a suite of professional development activities, designed to foster your skills in researching, writing, and teaching philosophy, including our core PhD seminar as well as wider career development guidance. Additionally, you will attend relevant postgraduate seminars, including modules on our taught MA programmes.

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