The
Philosophical
Society: Oxford
 

Welcome to The Philosophical Society's Web Site

The Philosophical Society: Oxford, formed in 1972, is a community of people united by their passion for philosophy. It currently has 381 members worldwide, a number of them from outside the UK. Although the membership includes academics, professionals, and students from various disciplines, the common bond is participation in philosophy courses and a shared interest in philosophical inquiry.

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

Activity Updates

Last updated: 09 July 2026

  • Journals and Beyond: A Philosopher's Guide to Getting Published.
    Mark in your diaries: 15 September, 7:00 pm UK time, via Zoom

    Free of charge to PhilSoc members. Presented by Dr Stephen Law, PhilSoc President and Editor of the Royal Institute of Philosophy's Think Magazine, and Dr Alex Carter, President of the Cambridge Applied Philosophy Society. A Zoom link will be sent out closer to the date. All members are invited to attend.
  • International Event 2026
    20-21 Nov 2026: International Event with Maynooth University, Kildare, Ireland. Please see the event's page for details.
  • Members' Weekend 2026
    Details have been announced. Please see the event's page for details and a booking link.
  • Talbot Prize, Trinity Term
    The winners have been announced and the winning essays published. Please see the Talbot Prize page for details.
 
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