Cambridge is itself a medieval town, deeply rooted in medieval tradition still, and in that it offers a special place to study medieval philosophy. Two permanent scholars are working on Medieval Philosophy at Cambridge, Prof. John Marenbon who is an expert on Latin Philosophy, and Dr. Tony Street who is an expert on Medieval Arabic Logic. Both can and do supervise a large range of projects. There is no set faculty for students of medieval philosophy, but in recent years most students applied either to the faculty of Philosophy or Divinity. The Classics faculty here is also receptive to projects of reception, as might be the History and Philosophy of Science faculty. These faculties will also be relevant to those interested in pursuing an MPhil in medieval philosophy.

In the few years I have been in Cambridge there was always a small but active group of students interested in medieval philosophy. In this academic year (2023-24) there will be several courses given on Medieval Philosophy and some visiting scholars. There is a weekly reading group, led by John Marnbon, which meets to read a very wide array of medieval texts. It is a lively and informal group which is at the heart of medieval philosophy at Cambridge. We have also had several other reading groups in Arabic and Latin philosophy. There were several Medieval Philosophy conferences in Cambridge in the last few years, and we do make a point of meeting for drinks every now and then. Although small, the community is very supportive and if you are willing to participate in it your postgrad experience will not be lonely.

A Cambridge PhD is generally a free programme, and you are free to go to all reading groups and seminars offered by the university. You could learn from experts in different faculties and facilitate your own approach to medieval studies. The topic of the PhD is entirely yours to choose, and you will mostly be trusted to execute it to your will, with the guidance of your supervisor. It is important to note that you should have a plan coming here about what skills you might need to learn; your supervisor and other members of the community will gladly help you figure it out.

Finally, life in Cambridge is like nothing else (except, of course, life in Oxford). You may find yourself wearing a gown frequently, meeting book-like characters and walking into gorgeous historical buildings without even registering it. It is a highly recommended experience, and we can promise that the medieval philosophy community will welcome you with open arms.

Many reasons make Durham University an attractive place to study medieval philosophy. To begin with, Durham is a beautiful medieval city, with its Castle and Cathedral (ca. 11th century) declared a UNESCO World Heritage site. Located in these beautiful settings, there are two interdisciplinary centres supporting research in medieval philosophy. On the one hand, there is the Institute of Medieval and Early Modern Studies (IMEMS), which offers an MA for those who want to improve their historical skills. On the other hand, there is the more specialized Durham Centre for Ancient and Medieval Philosophy (DCAMP). As a postgraduate student, you can benefit from all the activities organised by these centres and you can even propose your own (such as conferences, reading groups, etc.). 

Scholars working in medieval philosophy span several departments such as Classics, Theology, and Philosophy. For instance, possible supervisors include world-renowned experts such as Lewis Ayres, Anna Marmodoro, Rick Van Nieuwenhove, Sara L. Uckelman, etc. Ayres specialises in late-ancient/early medieval thought, particularly in Augustine of Hippo – who is also studied by Marmodoro. Marmodoro works at the intersection of pre-modern history of philosophy and contemporary metaphysics. For example, she does research on a wide range of authors such as Anaxagoras, Plato, Aristotle, Gregory of Nyssa, Augustine, Joaquim of Fiore, and Thomas Aquinas. Van Nieuwenhove also specialises in Aquinas and later medieval thinkers, with an emphasis on philosophical theology. Finally, Uckelman – DCAMP’s co-director – is an expert in medieval Logic, particularly in theories of obligationes. But this is just a sample, there are more people studying (directly or indirectly) medieval philosophy in Durham. 

Concerning student life, Durham is a collegiate university, which means that (just like Oxbridge) you will be assigned a college when beginning your studies. If you fancy participating, most colleges host formal events where you can find yourself wearing a gown while socialising with your colleagues and professors. If you decide to come to Durham, consider joining its Medieval and Early Modern Student Association (MEMSA), which organises a series of interesting events throughout the year. Similarly, the philosophical community in Durham is very friendly and welcoming, and you will have the opportunity to present your work at the Eidos Postgraduate Seminar, run by the Philosophy Department. 

King's College London is one of England's most prominent places to study Medieval Philosophy. Apart from the department having unequalled strength in the History of Philosophy in general, starting from Ancient up until early Analytic philosophy, offering modules anywhere in between, students can also take advantage of the Centre for Late Antique and Medieval Studies. CLAMS is a melting pot of medievalists, working in a variety of disciplines (philosophy, theology, history, literature, etc.), who regularly come together to discuss various topics related to the Middle Ages. Apart from these seminars and talks, they also offer courses in palaeography, medieval Latin, and related skill-oriented disciplines, open for students in Philosophy. Students interested in Medieval Philosophy should also check out Knowledge Orders before Modernity (KOM), a Leverhulme Doctoral Scholarships Programme, which will offer full scholarship for 15 postgraduate students across three cohorts, starting in 2024/25. If interested in a philosophy-related project, please contact Zita Toth (zita.v.toth@kcl.ac.uk).  

There are several people at Manchester: Mohammad Saleh Zarepour in Philosophy, Kamran Karimullah in Religions & Theology and Peter Pormann in the Classics, Ancient History & Egyptology. 

The Philosophy department willingly considers the application of MA and PhD applicants who want to work on Islamic Philosophy, but they need to have a background in philosophy (rather than just religious studies or theology). 

​Here at Manchester, we have two undergraduate courses on Ancient and Medieval Philosophy. The first course is called Ancient Greek Philosophy. It is for year 1 students and focuses on Plato and Aristotle. The topics for this course are chosen in such a way that their reception in the Islamic tradition can be addressed in the second course. The second course, called 'Islamic Philosophy', is for year 2 students. It covers the Islamic tradition up until the time of Averroes.

The University of Edinburgh is an amazing place to study medieval philosophy, particularly focusing on the philosophy of the Islamic world. There are several specialists with relevant areas of expertise, including Fedor Benevich, who specializes in Arabic and Islamic philosophy in all its dimensions (classical, post-classical, falsafa, and kalām) in the Philosophy Department. Additionally, Inna Kupreeva and Damian Caluori work on ancient and late ancient Aristotelian, Platonic, and Neoplatonic philosophies, with a keen interest in their reception in the Middle Ages.  The Philosophy Department also hosts a few world-class specialists in early modern philosophy, such as Jennifer Marusic, Jonny Cottrell, Michael Gill, and Pauline Phemister. In the Divinity Department, Salam Rassi specializes in Christian philosophers of the Islamic world and their philosophical and theological exchanges with their Muslim colleagues. Further specialists in the history of philosophy can be found in the Classics department, with Simon Trepanier and Benjamin Harriman specialising in ancient Greek and Roman philosophy. We also have a few brilliant PhD students across both Philosophy and Divinity who are engaged in research on various philosophers and theologians of the Islamic world. 

​Edinburgh is famously a beautiful city to live in, avoiding the extremes of small university towns on one hand and large metropolises on the other. The iconic views of the medieval Old Town, the magnificent areas of the Georgian New Town, and the lively vibes of Leith are just part of the city's charm. Edinburgh is well-connected through its nearby airport and Waverley station, providing easy access to the rest of Scotland, the UK, and the world. 

We offer a variety of classes on Islamic Philosophy, Ancient Philosophy, Islamic Theology, and Christian-Muslim relationships. PhD students are welcome to attend any classes through a simple auditing system. Additionally, we regularly organize workshops and conferences on Islamic philosophy, ancient philosophy, and the history of philosophy in general. There is also a weekly Islamic Philosophy Research Group, connecting people from across the university with an interest in Islamic philosophy. Students who come to Edinburgh to study medieval or Islamic philosophy will have the opportunity to work alongside some of the world's leading specialists in analytic and continental philosophy.