Welcome to the Department of Philosophy
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Why Study Philosophy at Trinity College Dublin
Ranked among the top 100 philosophy departments in the world (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024) we are a small, student-friendly department which offers world-class programmes in the study and research of philosophy.
PHILOSOPHY NEWS & EVENTS
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Should AI have the same moral rights as humans?
Our colleague Dr Will Ratoff discusses this intriguing question with Joe Humphrey's in today's Irish Times.
22 Sep 2025
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Philosophy Colloquium Series Returns on Sept 24
Talks will include alien life, explainable AI, reasoning, Berkeley, and Hannah Arendt, running Wednesdays 3–5pm in Room 5012, Arts Building.
16 Sep 2025
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Public Autumn Series 2025
Join the Department of Philosophy on Oct 2 for a free public lecture as we explore the ethical, social and existential dilemmas we might face as we build minds that could out-think our own.
26 Aug 2025
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Is humanity ready for superintelligent AI?
From robot soldiers to AI lovers, machines as smart, or smarter, than humans are moving from fiction to serious prediction. Philosopher Dr Will Ratoff explores the ethical and social dilemmas of building minds that could out-think our own.
Date: Thursday 2 October, 7-8.30pm
Venue: JM Synge Theatre, Trinity College Dublin
NEW RESEARCH
Ideology, Red in Tooth and Claw: Realist Ideology Critique and Animals
Dr Pablo Magaña, published by The Journal of Social Philosophy, Sept 2025.
Human Rights and Equality
Prof Adina Preda, published by Routledge, August 2025.
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Intergenerational Subjection
Dr Pablo Magaña and Dr Iñigo González-Ricoy. Published in Legal Theory, June 2025.
Who should have the power to stop you making a major life decision?
In this short video, our colleague Dr Farbod Akhlaghi examines the ethics of transformative choices. Part of the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy’s 'Meet the Expert' series.
INSIDE THE DEPARTMENT
Favourite Reads is back!
What book leaves a lasting mark? Dr Ashley Shaw kick's off the return of our bi-monthly series with Richard Moran’s Authority and Estrangement.
Colloquium Series 25/26
Full details of the Philosophy Colloquium Series for Michaelmas Term are now available. See what’s coming up...
Module Outlines 2025/26
Module outlines for the Academic Year 2025/25 are now available to view. See what’s on offer and plan your studies for the term ahead.
AI & Ethics CPD Course
Curious about the impact of AI? Booking is now open for our 6-week online course starting 6 Oct exploring the ethics, rights, & risks of new technology.
Explore our latest research
For live updates on the Department of Philosophy's research, don't miss the new 'Recent Publications' section.
Current students
Course handbooks, module previews, timetables, scholarship exam information and more… Find all the resources you need here!
OUR COURSES
Undergraduate Philosophy
Explore life’s biggest questions while developing critical thinking and analytical skills. Discover what studying Philosophy at Trinity has to offer.
MPhil in Philosophy
A one-year intensive Master’s programme covering key areas of philosophy. Learn more about modules, admissions, and funding options.
PhD in Philosophy
Join our vibrant research community and pursue advanced study in your chosen field. Find out how to apply and meet our current PhD students.
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