Department of Philosophy
Assessment information
University Assessment Guide
All Philosophy assessments are subject to general University regulations, as documented in the University’s Assessment and Feedback policies and Regulation 5, Regulation on Assessment.
Masters Students
- All Philosophy MA students should make themselves familiar with the Philosophy MA Assessment Policies and Practices 2024-25 (March 2025 update) (MS Word
, 4,199kb) document that gives detailed guidance about essay presentation, assessment submission, academic integrity, and other relevant policies and practices within the Department of Philosophy. -
For details of how progression and award outcomes are calculated, students should visit the University assessment policies and procedures website
Assessment dates for Masters students
Graduate Diploma Students
- All Philosophy Graduate Diploma students should make themselves familiar with the Assessment Policies and Practices for Graduate Diploma Students 2023/24 (MS Word , 217kb) document which gives guidance about the rules concerning the programme.
- Students may also find the assessment rules governing Philosophy Undergraduate modules helpful.
Assessment dates for Graduate Diploma Students
| Module Name | Module Code | Credits | Assessment Dates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philosophical Analysis | PHI00015C | 20 |
Type: One essay (max 2000 words) Due before: 10:00 am on Monday 12th January 2026 Weight: 100% |
| Graduate Diploma Project | PHI00043H | 20 |
One essay (maximum 4,000 words) due: Date to be confirmed Semester 2 assessment period (100%) |
| Third Year Modules | Various | 20 | Please refer to: Year 3 & 4, 2025/26 Assessment Dates |