Study Philosophy Graduate Diploma at Durham University in the UK, Philosophy

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Graduate Diploma in Philosophy enables you to pursue your ambition to study philosophy, be it to progress to more advanced postgraduate philosophy programmes or to feed a desire to understand more about the study of knowledge and existence, and the contribution it has made to society for millennia.As a GDip student, you will benefit from the wealth of activities in the Department, including joining EIDOS, the postgraduate philosophy society, weekly research seminars and reading groups, and occasional conferences, workshops and lectures.We not only pride ourselves on our reputation for excellence in research and teaching but also in being able to offer a vibrant and supportive place of learning for our student community. We are at the forefront of teaching and research in philosophy and how it may be applied to major issues that we face throughout the world.Our intention for you as a GDip student is to develop the skills and knowledge that will enable you to make a positive contribution in global debates and policy that informs the lives that we all lead.

Which department am I in?

Philosophy

Study options

Full Time (9 Months)

Tuition fees

£2,322.22 (US$ 2,999) Month

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2026

Venue

Durham University

The Palatine Centre,

Stockton Rd,

Durham,

County Durham,

DH1 3LE, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (9 Months)

Tuition fees

£2,322.22 (US$ 2,999) Month

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2027

Venue

Durham University

The Palatine Centre,

Stockton Rd,

Durham,

County Durham,

DH1 3LE, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You will usually be expected to have at least a 2:1 (or international equivalent) undergraduate degree in any discipline. However, this is not a strict requirement and decisions are made on a case by case basis. If you have not met the required 2:1 standard, you may apply, but may be required to submit a writing sample of up to 2500 words on a topic of your choice related to Philosophy. If a writing sample is required, this will be requested after your application has been assessed.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.