Philosophy PhD

The PhD program in philosophy provides graduate students with training in a variety of subfields, including philosophy, politics and economics (PPE), applied ontology, metaphysics, philosophy of science, history of early modern philosophy, and bioethics. Within the department's two areas of notable strength—PPE and applied ontology—students will acquire skills in cross-disciplinary research that apply philosophical ideas and methods in the real world. PPE uses a combination of political philosophy, formal and experimental methods, and social science to gain new insights into complex social and political problems. Applied ontology helps to solve problems in information and data science. Graduate students within the department benefit from individual faculty mentorship, extensive opportunities for community engagement and professional development, and an active scholarly community.