UK Terminal MA

[amelton]

Hey There-

 

I've read from this forum that UK Phd's are somewhat iffy on placement -- especially back in the States. But what is everyone's experience/advice on a terminal MA from the UK? I will definitely need to puruse a terminal MA before applying to a PhD program. Schools such as LSE, Kings College, St. Andrews, etc. Thoughts?

 

FYI -- I am interested in Philosophy of Relgion and/or Philosophy of Science.

[Gnothi_Seauton]

Most people who do one of the MSc programs at the LSE do not pursue philosophy further, so the placement is limited, but I know a few who have applied to Ph.D. programs and done reasonably well in admissions.  The LSE is particularly good in philsci.  I also know a few people who have done the M.Litt at St. Andrews and the M.Phil at Cambridge and have done well in admissions.  Obviously the Oxford BPhil is a fantastic degree to have going into Ph.D. admissions.  I think a master's from a quality UK university is a solid stepping stone into Ph.D. programs either in the US or in Europe.  The main factor to consider when looking into these programs is funding.