Philosophy at St Andrews number 10 in the world in the 2023 QS University Rankings
Philosophy at St Andrews is number 10 in the world in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.
Department news
Dr Aaron Cotnoir’s ERCCoG project chosen for European Research Council funding
Dr Aaron Cotnoir’s ERCCoG project "Instruments of Unity: the Many Ways of Being One" has been chosen for funding by the European Research Council.
Northern Association for Ancient Philosophy at St Andrews
It is our pleasure to announce the upcoming Northern Association for Ancient Philosophy at St. Andrews. This event is free and open to all.
The University of St Andrews invites applications for two lectureships in Philosophy
The University invites applications for two lectureships in Philosophy. One is on current issues in Social Philosophy, particularly in gender theory and feminism. The other is in any area of Applied Philosophy.
Mara Van der Lugt’s new book received an Honourable Mention in the 2022 JHP Book Prize competition
Mara Van der Lugt’s new book, Dark Matters: Pessimism and the Problem of Suffering, has received an Honourable Mention in the 2022 Journal of the History of Philosophy Book Prize competition.
Theron Pummer's book—The Rules of Rescue—is officially out
Theron Pummer's book—The Rules of Rescue—is officially out! It's Open Access, so you can download a PDF for free.
Professor Timothy Mulgan has been presented the Humanities Aronui Medal
Professor Timothy Mulgan has been presented the Humanities Aronui Medal for prolific, original and influential contributions to moral philosophy, philosophy of religion, and political philosophy.
The Philosophy Department's Commitment to the SWiP GoodPractice Scheme
The Philosophy Department has been committed to the SWiP GoodPractice Scheme since 2016 and restates its commitment to non-discriminatory recruitment and selection practices.
Adam Etison wins teaching award.
Adam Etison, Senior Lecturer in Philosophy, wins 2022 St Andrews Students’ Association Award for Outstanding Innovation in Teaching.
St. Andrews top for UK philosophy in 2023
St Andrews has been ranked top philosophy department in the UK by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.