UCL Department of Philosophy

Founded in 1830, UCL was the home of AJ Ayer, Richard Wollheim, and many other celebrated philosophers
With 23 department members, today UCL has one of the largest philosophy departments in the UK
Our world-leading research spans many areas. In the 2021 REF, 60% of our overall profile received the top grade (4*), the highest of any UK philosophy department.
We offer several degree programmes for undergraduate and postgraduate students

Prospective students

Prospective students

Information for applicants, about our undergraduate and graduate degree programmes.

Current students

Information and advice for current students about modules, where to find information, and whom to contact.

People

A complete list of the staff in the Department, including their research areas and contact details.

Research

Find out about philosophy research at UCL, including our areas of strength, ongoing research projects, and journal editorship.

Centres & Organisations

The UCL Philosophy Department is associated with several philosophy and interdisciplinary centres.

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