I want a PhD, but applied for MA

[john-smith536]

I want to get my PhD in Philosophy, but applied for an MA. Have I messed up my chances of going on my way for a PhD?

For example, is it likely that I can continue going to the school I get my MA from and receive my PhD from them?

What does what I have done mean?

[CarlieE]

You can go onto a PhD after you're done with your MA; going straight from UG is not always the norm... However, in my field, it might mean that you may have to redo certain courses ie. redo a portion of your MA coursework in your PhD. Most of my friends going onto PhDs are doing so after having gotten their MAs but they have to follow the PhD program, just as the incoming UGs do which means possibly, some overlap in courses...

About your second question, I suppose that depends on the school you're going to for your MA. Do they have a PhD program? Or do they only offer a terminal MA? You may not want to get your PhD from the same place you got your MA from so you can different perspectives, have different advisers etc.. Perhaps you might have a better chance of getting into their PhD program since you'll have proven yourself during your MA... I think that'll just depend on the school, program, you..

[john-smith536]

Thanks for the info. I appreciate it.