Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months (Home students)
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2026 - Apply anytime.
- Starting January 2027 - Apply anytime.
There is no application closing date for this course. We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts.
Language
English
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: 125
TOEFL iBT: 90
PTE Academic: 70
IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Philosophy
Overview
Within the Philosophy PhD programme from Newcastle University we have teaching staff with strong research profiles in modern European philosophy. They have an interest in interdisciplinary research and collaboration.
Our lecturers have broad philosophical interests and specialise in modern European thought. Visit the programme website for more information
Our mission is to help you:
- stay healthy, positive and feeling well
- overcome any challenges you may face during your degree – academic or personal
- get the most out of your postgraduate research experience
- carry out admin and activities essential to progressing through your degree
- understand postgraduate research processes, standards and rules
We can offer you tailored wellbeing support, courses and activities.
You can also access a broad range of workshops covering:
- research and professional skills
- careers support
- wellbeing
- health and safety
- public engagement
- academic development
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Philosophy and the arts
- Philosophy of music
- Philosophy and contemporary art
- Philosophy and literature
- Philosophy and religion
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: 125
TOEFL iBT: 90
PTE Academic: 70
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a humanities or social science subject.
- To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International: 46,151 AUD / year (≈ 24,400 GBP / year)
Living costs
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom: 1,059-1,874 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Philosophy.
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- Opportunity Scholarships - Newcastle University - 2000 GBP - Deadline: Anytime
- Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships - Newcastle University - 4000 GBP - Deadline: Anytime
- 2% Early Payment Discount - Newcastle University - Various benefits - Deadline: 25 Sep 2026
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program - U.S. government - Various benefits - Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ACES Scholarships - ACES Education Fund - 3500 USD - Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship - ServiceScape - 1000 USD - Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility - OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation - Various benefits - Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarships for PhD Students - Junhua Li - 19000 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship - Boustany Foundation - Various benefits - Deadline: 28 Feb 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship - IvyPanda - 1000 USD - Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Women Scholarship for International Students - educations.com - 5000 USD - Deadline: 28 Aug 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship - Voice Talent Online - 1000 USD - Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Boustany Cambridge Pembroke Scholarship in Philosophy - Boustany Foundation - Various benefits - Deadline: 31 Mar 2027
- The PhD Prep Fellowship - Admit Lab - 10000 USD - Deadline: 01 Sep 2026
- Dream Chaser Scholarship - Salvado Law - 1000 USD - Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities - Anonymous Hope Fund - 3000 USD - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids - UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) - 22500 GBP - Deadline: Not specified
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria - Leopold Figl Foundation - Various benefits - Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship - IELTS from 6 to 9 - 1500 USD - Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme - 12000 USD - Deadline: 11 Jan 2027