Information for current Philosophy students
Timetabling, learning and additional resources for Philosophy students based in School X
Undergraduate
Induction timetables
- Download your Stage 1 Philosophy induction timetable 2025-26
- Download your Stage 2 Philosophy induction timetable 2025-26
- Download your Stage 3 Philosophy induction timetable 2025-26
Additional resources
Log in to our Undergraduate Philosophy Community on Canvas. Here you'll find more information on your degree and to have access to student resources.
Academic support
You also have access to the Academic Skills Kit and the Writing Development Centre. They offer tuition, guidance and support to help you improve your writing skills for study purposes.
In addition you benefit from all three University libraries, and have access to Maths Aid, a drop-in centre to support you with mathematics and statistics.
The University publishes a provisional exam timetable about two months in advance so that you can check there are no clashes between your modules. A final exam timetable is published about one month before the exam period.
It's your responsibility to check the timetable and inform us of any exam clashes as soon as possible.
You must also read and understand the Rules for University Examinations which explain how you are expected to behave during exams.
Assessment and feedback
When you are revising for your exams, you will find it helpful to obtain copies of recent examination papers. Sample papers should be provided by the lecturer for new courses.
If you have a disability or specific learning difficulty, you may require special arrangements for your exams. On submission of relevant medical documentation, for example, you may be allowed extra time and/or an alternative venue.
If you think this may apply to you, you should contact Student Wellbeing as soon as possible to discuss any special requirements.
Term and exam dates
Make sure you familiarise yourself with term and exam dates.
It's very important that you attend all examinations during all three examination periods, including the resit period.
You should consider the exam dates when making arrangements for vacation, employment and any overseas travel. Examinations are scheduled on Saturdays within the exam periods.
University exam period dates are published several years in advance.
Postgraduate
Induction timetables
- Download your PGR (PhD/MLitt) Philosophy induction timetable 2025-26
Log in to our Postgraduate Philosophy Community on Canvas. Here you'll find more information on your degree and to have access to student resources.
Societies
The Philosophy Society
The Philosophy Society aims to create an engaging and inclusive space for anyone interested in philosophy. This is regardless of how familiar you are with the subject or what degree you study.
There are plenty of opportunities to meet other philosophically minded students, including:
- our traditional 'Think & Drink' events
- our cafe discussion groups (for all those existentialists out there)
- pub quizzes
- a diverse range of socials
Discussion always benefits from a diversity of backgrounds and viewpoints. Everyone is encouraged to get involved.
Find out more about the activities of the Philosophy Society on Instagram
The Literary and Philosophical Society
Newcastle itself has a philosophical society you can join. The Lit & Phil is Newcastle’s ‘secret library’, open to all and free to explore and browse. Established in 1825, they are a hub of learning and enlightenment. Free building tours are available.
They also offer a regular programme of fascinating events including:
- music
- celebrity author evenings
- theatre and storytelling
- poetry reading
- classes covering everything from bookbinding to Latin, fine art to creative writing
Careers
We offer careers advice, opportunities, and workshops on a subject to subject basis on our Canvas pages. Please see your subject Canvas page for more information.
For general careers guidance, you can access in-person or online appointments, workshops and events. The University offers a range of online tools and resources to enable you to get instant information and feedback.
Read more about our Careers service
EDI
We're committed to fostering an inclusive community in which every individual feels valued.
Our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) is underpinned by the University's EDI Strategy which guides our efforts to ensure that all colleagues and students thrive in a values-led environment.