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Overview
You’ll find out how philosophical methods can help us to navigate our information-rich world, become better informed, and more open minded.
Guided by academics and researchers in philosophy and applied philosophy, you’ll:
- examine current debates and research in philosophy relating to real-world issues
- develop your skills in philosophical reasoning, research, writing, and presentation
- explore the exciting research work being done in contemporary applied philosophy
- develop and apply your own philosophical skills to issues that you have experienced and care about
Careers
This Philosophy and Society course at the University of Aberdeen is valuable learning for anyone currently working or seeking to work in an area that raises ethical or philosophical issues.
It’s particularly well suited to people working in public office, the public sector, charities, NGOs and civil society roles.
Programme Structure
Topics covered in previous runs of this course include:- knowledge and the internet
- the value of truth and the ethics of lying
- issues in bioethics and public health ethics
- decolonising the curriculum
- climate change and environmental issues, and
- epistemic constraints on voting
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
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PTE Academic 62
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Credits
30 alternative credits
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Philosophy View 8 other Short Courses in Philosophy in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
This course has no formal entry requirements. You decide if it’s suitable for you.
The course is delivered at Masters level. At this level, for this course, you’d usually have at least:
- a 2:2 UK honours degree (or equivalent), or
- relevant experience that supports this level of study.
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2090 GBP / full≈ 2090 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2090 GBP / full≈ 2090 GBP / full
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