Welcome to The Philosophical Society's Web Site

The Philosophical Society: Oxford, affectionately known as PhilSoc, was founded in 1972 and brings together people united by a passion for philosophy. Today we are a welcoming community of 368 members worldwide, many of whom join us from outside the UK. Our members include academics, professionals, and students from a wide range of disciplines, and what we share is a love of philosophical inquiry and the experience of learning together through philosophy courses and our events and discussion groups. Whatever your background, you are warmly invited to join the conversation.

Dr. Stephen Law, President, discusses the definition of philosophy and invites you to join The Philosophical Society: Oxford.

Activity Updates

Last updated: 28 October 2026

• Schedule of International Event 2026
  The schedule is now available asa PDF document via a link from the event's page or directly as Schedule.pdf.
• Talbot Prize, Michaelmas Term
  The winner have been announced and the winning essay published. Please see the Talbot Prize page for details.
• International Event 2026
  20-21 Nov 2026: International Event with Maynooth University, Kildare, Ireland. Please see the event's page for details.