Philosophy of Medicine & Psychiatry MA

at King's College London

Structure

Required modules

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 180 credits. You are required to take:

• Philosophy of Medicine (15 credits)
• The Concept of Mental Disorder (15 credits)
• Dissertation (60 Credits)

Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above.

If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

Other requirements
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in Philosophy or any other field (which may but need not be Medicine). Conversion students should show evidence of an interest in and aptitude for the subject.

In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying you should be achieving an average of at least 60% or above in the UK marking scheme.

UK:
Full time: £11,040 per year (2022/23)

International:
Full time: £24,660 per year (2022/23)

Our graduates usually continue to further research, but many have also entered into the fields of teaching, management and the financial or the public sectors.