Research Focus
Philosophy, aesthetics, semantics, logic
Programme Structure and Funding
The project is a full-time Ph.D. project and is taught in 3-4 years (36-48 months).
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Place of study: Southampton, England.
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Timing of application: Full year available
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Tuition fees: RMB 180,000–190,000/ year
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Language of instruction: English
Entry Requirements
Academic background: M.A. degrees at 2: 1 Honorary undergraduate degree and MERIT level Accomplishment requirements: undergraduate GPA 3.2, master’s degree Language requirements:
- IELTS 6.5, all not less than 6.5(achievement within two years)
- Or TOEFL total score 85 (achievement within two years)
- If a master’s degree is taught in English and a degree is obtained, you can apply for language proficiency Recommendations: 2 academic recommendations
Application Period
Full year available
Tuition and Living Costs
Study and living costs
- Housing: Full-time doctoral students can apply for in-school dormitories at approximately RMB 1750-2400/ week depending on the type of dormitories
- Daily expenses: Southampton is a vibrant coastal city with a relatively modest cost of living compared to the rest of the major British cities, excluding accommodation costs of approximately 8000 renminbi/month
Career Prospects
Dr. Philosophy Graduates from the University of Southampton have a solid philosophical theoretical foundation, systematic expertise and independent research capacity, with a wide employment potential. The main career orientations include:
Academic and research institutions
Graduates may enter institutions of higher learning or scientific institutions for teaching and scientific work and hold postdoctoral researcher, lecturer or professorships.
Education
Teaching of philosophy or related humanities may be carried out in various educational institutions.
Publications and the media
• Editors, writers, commentators, etc., in publishing houses, media outlets, with solid written and critical thinking.
Government departments and public institutions
Policy analysis, theoretical research, etc. can be done in government agencies, policy research departments, etc.
Business and cultural institutions
Research, planning, management, etc. are carried out in enterprises (e.g. consulting, cultural communication companies) or cultural institutions.
