Though applicants must complete the University of St Andrews application process, staff from both St Andrews and Stirling are available to supervise MPhil and PhD theses. Your application must be accompanied by your CV, two academic references, a transcript of your academic record, and evidence of English language proficiency (required if English is not your first language).
Entry Requirements
Conversion Diploma
A good 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject. Applicants who have not met the required 2.1 standard may still apply but will be required to submit a writing sample in support of their application. In addition to CV, references, and transcripts, applicants should also include a personal statement (max 500 words). See full details of the entry requirements for Conversion Diploma in Philosophy (2025 entry).
MLitt
A good 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree (or equivalent) in Philosophy. In addition to CV, references, and transcripts, applicants should also include a sample of academic written work (max 2500 words) as evidence of the capacity for independent philosophical thought. This typically takes the form of critically engaging with and evaluating a philosophical text, thesis, argument, or problem. A mere survey or summary of positions held by others is unsuitable. See full details of the entry requirements for Philosophy Mlitt (2025 entry).
MPhil
For direct entry into the MPhil, a good 2.1 undergraduate Honours degree (or equivalent) in Philosophy. In addition to CV, references, and transcripts, applicants should also include a sample of academic written work (between 2000 to 4000 words) and a statement of research interests (max 200 words). Where possible at the application stage, applicants are requested to indicate their preferred first and second supervisor. See details of academic staff and full details on how to apply.
PhD
For direct entry into the PhD, a masters degree equivalent to the SASP MLitt in Philosophy. In addition to CV, references, and transcripts, applicants should also include a sample of academic written work (between 2000 to 4000 words) and a research proposal (max 1000 words) outlining the proposed research questions and context. Where possible at the application stage, applicants are requested to indicate their preferred first and second supervisor. See details of academic staff and full details on how to apply.
Further Information
For further information regarding the application process please contact the Postgraduate Team.
For details about funding opportunities see the section on Funding.
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