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    BPhil in Philosophy

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    Oxford, GBBPhilIn-person21 months
    £87,500.00
    Tuition
    over 21mo
    19%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    25
    Cohort
    students
    £75.00
    App fee

    BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford is a 21-month, in-person BPhil program based in Oxford, GB. Tuition is £87,500.

    About the program

    Two-year taught graduate programme covering theoretical, practical, and historical philosophy through essays and a thesis of up to 30,000 words, with classes, supervisions, and independent research. Prepares students for doctoral study by developing knowledge, research skills, and teaching competence in philosophy.

    Focus: both
    3 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023: Philosophy)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 10, 2027
    Fall 2028
    Jan 10, 2028

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL iBT* including the 'Home Edition'(Institution code: 0490) 110 Listening: 22 Reading: 24 Speaking: 25 Writing: 24
    IELTS
    required
    Min IELTS Academic (Institution code: 0713) 7.5 7.0

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    24 months Graduate Route (UK)

    £21,060.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford cost?
    The total estimated tuition for BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford is £87,500.
    Is BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford online or in-person?
    BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford is offered in-person.
    How long does BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford take to complete?
    BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford is structured around 21 months.
    What GPA is required for BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford?
    Per the program's published guidance: a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours
    How competitive is BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford?
    BPhil in Philosophy at University of Oxford reports an acceptance rate of approximately 19%.