Global Ethics

University of Birmingham
Undergraduate PhD Full-time 3 Years Philosophy

About this course

Conduct your own Global Ethics research with the support of experts from the Department of Philosophy. Explore key ethical issues that have a real-world impact on people's lives. Choose either a traditional PhD or a PhD by Papers.

Access expert supervision on a range of issues, such as justice and development, environment and health, gender justice, and conflict and security.

At Birmingham, our practical application of Global Ethics sees researchers focus on contentious topics while responding to events and debates across the world.

As the Top UK Philosophy Department in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) exercise 2021, you'll be supported by experts who conduct internationally recognised research. You'll join a welcoming Department and become a valued contributor to our research activities.

Our research expertise spans a variety of areas related to Global Ethics. You’ll be supported by at least two supervisors. We also welcome research across subject boundaries. Become an active member of our vibrant research community. Share your ideas at research seminars, workshops and academic conferences. Conduct your PhD research from anywhere in the world through our online distance learning option. Our PhD by Papers option allows you to split your research into separate papers.

Study Options

This course is available in 4 study options:

Distance learning (part-time)

Duration: 6 Years

Qualification: PhD

Location: Birmingham

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: PhD

Location: Birmingham

Distance learning (full-time)

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: PhD

Location: Birmingham

Part-time

Duration: 6 Years

Qualification: PhD

Location: Birmingham

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

4135 Library clerks and assistants
2471 Librarians
2115 Social and humanities scientists

Course Details

Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Birmingham
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Philosophy