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Category: Philosophy

  • What tech to bring to Uni as a Humanities student

    8 June 2026 by sally
    4 minute read

    Studying at university is different to studying at school, so what are the most important things to bring? Packing for university is a very exciting time. I know, for me…

  • What’s it like to study undergraduate Philosophy at York?

    20 November 2025 by Theo
    4 minute read

    Hi! I’m Theo, a second-year Philosophy student here at the University of York. Studying Philosophy has been so rewarding for me, as it gives me the chance to delve deeper…

  • My postgraduate philosophy experience at York

    12 November 2025 by Amelia Bursa
    3 minute read

    Hi everyone! I’m Amelia, and I’m an MA Political and Legal Philosophy student. I’m going to tell you all about my experience studying a Masters in philosophy at York.

  • My Journey Studying Philosophy at York

    28 February 2025 by Leilani
    3 minute read

    Hello! My name is Leilani Jenkins, and I’m excited to share that I’m in my third year pursuing a degree in History and Philosophy at the University of York. I…

  • Why I chose to study philosophy at York

    8 February 2024 by Daniel
    2 minute read

    Hello, I’m Daniel and I study Philosophy at the University of York. I’ve written a blog post to tell you not only why I chose philosophy but also why I…

  • Why Study the Philosophy of AI at York?

    10 January 2024 by Millie
    3 minute read

    Hi, I’m Millie and I am currently studying Applied Ethics and the Governance of Data Privacy at York. I thought I’d share with you all the reasons I love York…

  • Reflections on placement life at York: five months in

    2 February 2023 by Iona
    4 minute read

    Hi everyone! I’m Iona, and I study Social and Political Sciences with Philosophy at York. I’m now on my placement year at GSK. I’ve been working in the Communications and…

  • How to manage studying a joint Philosophy degree

    30 January 2023 by Ellie
    4 minute read

    Hi, I’m Ellie, and I’m currently in my third year, studying Philosophy and Sociology at the University of York. I’m going to share with you the experiences I’ve enjoyed most…

  • Three reasons why Philosophy at York is great!

    25 January 2023 by Mia
    4 minute read

    The course One fantastic thing about university is that everyone has chosen to be there, and has chosen a course that they really want to do. Students are actually interested…

  • The lowdown on PPE extracurriculars at York

    18 January 2023 by Izzy
    3 minute read

    So, you’ve decided to study PPE at the University of York? Excellent choice! But what about everything that happens outside of the classroom? I’m going to give you the rundown…

  • My experiences as a PPE student – studying and socialising!

    12 January 2023 by Michael
    3 minute read

    Hey, my name is Michael, and I’m a 3rd-Year Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) student in Vanbrugh College. Studying PPE has allowed me to develop skills in multiple areas, make…

  • Reflections on the first month of my placement

    13 July 2022 by Iona
    4 minute read

    Hi everyone, I’m Iona, and I study Social and Political Sciences with Philosophy at York! I’m now a month into my Communications and Government Affairs placement year at GlaxoSmithKline. The…