A BA with a 2:1 or above (a GPA of approx. 3·2) in Philosophy
A Joint Major BA with a 2:1 in Philosophy and a 2:2 or above in the second subject
A Postgraduate Diploma with a 2:1 or above in Philosophy
However, all applications are assessed on a case by case basis, and so students with a 2:2 in Philosophy should also consider applying.
If the undergraduate degree is in literature, you should have at least two courses in literary theory, each with a grade of at least B- (60%). An overall grade of B- (60%) in your undergraduate degree (to be confirmed by a transcript); two academic letters of reference; a sample of philosophical or literary-theoretical writing, such as an undergraduate essay.
Applicants whose first language is not English must also demonstrate English language proficiency of IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0 in each element), or equivalent.
A deepened appreciation of the significance and value of ideas in and for internationalisation and globalisation A grasp of how to pursue a career in academic life and the acquiring of transferable skills in research and organisation A knowledge of how to write research proposals and attain funding from national and international organisations An awareness of how to compose and structure philosophical writing for peer reviewed journals, book collections and monographs An awareness of how to present and defend philosophical papers in seminars, workshops, conferences and other fora. An enhanced awareness of how to work with texts, organise a thesis and set out extended philosophical arguments clearly and compellingly. An enhanced awareness of the relevance of philosophy to other academic disciplines and to personal, professional and political life. An extensive knowledge of library and online sources that facilitate research, including classical and foreign language sources. Detailed studies of these complementary disciplines (philosophy and literature) and of literary theory through a programme delivered with the Schools of English and Modern European Languages. Graduates of UCD School of Philosophy have continued to have successful academic careers in Ireland, Europe and the US. Others are prominent playwrights, journalists, human-rights activists, broadcasters, film-makers and musicians. A small number of our graduates continue into PhD programmes both at UCD and abroad. Below is a list of all modules offered for this degree in the current academic year. Click on the module to discover what you will learn in the module, how you will learn and assessment feedback profile amongst other information. Incoming Stage 1 undergraduates can usually select an Elective in the Spring Trimester. Most continuing undergraduate students can select up to two Elective modules (10 Credits) per stage. There is also the possibility to take up to 10 extra Elective credits.