Department of Philosophy

Welcome to Philosophy at Durham
Durham Philosophy department is amongst the most prestigious departments in the UK, and we pride ourselves on our excellence in research and teaching. The Durham Philosophy community is a lively, friendly group of people including undergraduates, postgraduates and staff, committed to the pursuit of philosophical knowledge and understanding. We are an open and friendly department, which accommodates work in both ‘analytic’ and ‘Continental’ Western philosophical traditions.

Undergraduate study
Our undergraduate programmes incorporate a mixture of lectures, tutorials, seminars and one-to-one supervisions.
Meet our Students
Meet our students and find out more about why they chose to study Philosophy at Durham University and what career paths they pursue.
Postgraduate opportunities
Areas to get involved in
Research
At Durham, we have a very different vision of the life of the philosopher. For us, philosophy is a joint enterprise, a subject that one makes progress in through conversation, collaboration, and community.
Upcoming events
Get in touch
Find out more about our department, courses and support. Contact us by phone or email below.
Department of Philosophy
Durham University
50 Old Elvet
DH1 3HN
United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0)191 334 5325
Tel Undergraduate: +44 (0)191 334 6559
Tel Postgraduate: +44 (0)191 334 6553
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