Student Profile - Kevin Murphy
BSc (Hons) Philosophy – second year

There was something about Roehampton that instinctively felt good. I chose Roehampton because of its convenient location and the abundance of greenery on-campus. I am very happy here and look forward to attending lectures. The philosophy staff are highly competent with a wide variety of skills and research interests – they’re a friendly and understanding group who sincerely want us all to do well. As a mature student who is married with ten children and a software business to run, being a student is a breath of fresh air. Above all, I find campus life enjoyable! I am very lucky to be participating with such a genuine bunch of people. I can reassure any prospective mature student not to worry about their age – it’s what you are like and what you have to contribute that’s important. I’ve enjoyed this course so much that I would definitely like to pursue a higher degree in philosophy. After that, well, the idea of teaching philosophy to a bunch of enthusiastic A-level students is one that keeps resurfacing – we’ll see!