Studentships for research in certain fundamental parts of philosophy

In accordance with the deed of trust made by the benefactor Mr. Jens Jacobsen, The Royal Institute of Philosophy is pleased to offer for the academic year 2013 – 2014 up to eight Jacobsen Studentshipsfor research in certain fundamental parts of philosophy. The studentships, of £8,000 each, will be for one year.

The parts of philosophy are: speculative metaphysics, critical metaphysics, the philosophy of mind, epistemology, philosophical logic, philosophy of life, determinism, the nature of life, evolution, moral philosophy, political and social philosophy. This list is in accordance with the philosophical interests of Mr. Jacobsen.

In addition, postgraduates are offered up to eight Royal Institute of Philosophy Bursaries. The bursaries, of £3,000 each, are also for one year but carry no restrictions as to area of study.