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Keele University

Keele , England ,United Kingdom

PHILOSOPHY - MRES

The M.Res. (Master of Research) the degree is a combined taught and research degree, in which you take an advanced taught module in ‘Metaphilosophy’ (the study of the nature of philosophical inquiry) which is jointly taught by various staff on the program. You will write a dissertation (about 20,000 words) and also undergo research training, which is assessed by portfolio. The focus on metaphilosophy is unique to Keele, and makes for a fascinating course of study since the various staff who will teach you have very different views about the nature of the philosophical inquiry. This degree is ideal for students who want the freedom to write a dissertation on a topic of their choice, while also receiving the guidance expected from a taught master's. 

Intakes

  • Jan
  • Sep

Application Processing Time in Days: 30

Minimum English Language Requirements

English Level Description IELTS (1.0 -9.0) TOEFL IBT (0-120) TOEFL CBT (0-300) PTE (10-90)
Expert 9 120 297-300 86-90
Very Good 8.5 115-119 280-293 83-86
Very Good 8 110-114 270-280 79-83
Good 7.5 102-109 253-267 73-79
Good 7 94-101 240-253 65-73
Competent 6.5 79-93 213-233 58-65
Competent 6 60-78 170-210 50-58
Modest 5.5 46-59 133-210 43-50
Modest 5 35-45 107-133 36-43
Limited 4 32-34 97-103 30-36
Extremely Limited < 4 < 31 < 93 < 30

Job Opportunity Potential

This degree is an excellent foundation for doctoral (PhD) work, so some of our graduates will continue with a PhD at Keele or another university. The degree provides excellent preparation as part of personal and professional development, so graduates can pursue a variety of career paths, including teaching, IT, finance, property development, health or banking. Philosophy teaches transferrable skills directly and employers have realised the value of hiring Philosophy graduates, who can use their critical and analytic skills, rationality and reasonableness, comprehension, originality, and oral communication and debating skills.

 

PSW Opportunity

  • 2  Years

Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria

ACADEMIC ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Students should have a good degree, 2:2 minimum, from an awarding UK institution, or its equivalent. It is not necessary to hold the degree in philosophy. For students who fall short of this requirement, relevant work experience, or evidence of experience in the field, can be considered as an alternative.

Postgraduate 2.2

  • From a min. 3 year Bachelor degree -  55% or above OR CGPA 6.0/10.0. 
  • The institution must be recognised on NARIC. 

Postgraduate 2.1

  • From a min. 3 year Bachelor degree -  60% or above OR CGPA 6.5/10.0. 
  • The institution must be recognised on NARIC.

English Requirements

  • CISCE/CBSE Class XII: 70% or above in English if completed within the last 5 years.
  • All other State Boards Class XII (except Punjab or Mohali School Education Board): 75% or above in English if completed within the last 5 years.
  • Study should be taught in English. Otherwise IELTS is required.