Postgraduate Study in Philosophy & HPS

Entry requirements

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Taught courses

A first degree, 2.1 or above, in a relevant subject.

Exceptions to this academic requirement may be made if you can demonstrate significant industry experience.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, you will also be required to obtain proof of proficiency in the English language; you will need: 

  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) an overall band of 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each component skill
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) of 94 with no less than 21 in listening, 23 in reading, 23 in speaking and 24 in writing

Research degrees

MA by Research: a good 2.1 or above in Philosophy or a similar discipline. 

MPhil or PhD: usually an MA or above. 

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, you will also be required to obtain proof of proficiency in the English language; you will need: 

  • IELTS (International English Language Testing System) an overall band of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component skill
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) of 87 (with no less than 21 in listening, 22 in reading, 23 in speaking and 21 in writing)

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  1. Welcome
  2. Our postgraduate community
  3. Leeds Philosophy strengths
  4. Why study at Leeds?
  5. PhD job placement record
  6. Research degrees
  7. Taught courses
  8. Scholarships and funding opportunities
  9. Entry requirements
  10. How to apply - research degrees
  11. How to apply - taught degrees
  12. Career opportunities
  13. Download a brochure