Metaphysics and Philosophical Anthropology

What is the nature of reality? What does it mean to be human? In the Research Master in Metaphysics and Philosophical Anthropology, you explore fundamental questions about reality and subjectivity in relation to contemporary existential challenges.

In this specialisation, you will tackle fundamental questions about being, reality, human existence, and the relationship between humans and the world. You will explore key philosophical methods and fields of study, from German Idealism and phenomenology to hermeneutics, psychoanalysis, critical theory, and feminist philosophy.

The programme develops your conceptual and critical skills, enabling you to analyse complex questions rigorously and communicate your insights clearly. You will participate in research-focused seminars that provide targeted exploration of specific themes, while also undertaking an independent thesis project on a topic of your choice within the continental tradition.

Through this combination of seminars and independent research, you will gain the ability to situate classical and contemporary theories in relation to pressing philosophical, social, and ethical issues. You will learn not only to study the works of influential thinkers but also to assess what new insights they can offer in today’s context, equipping you to contribute to ongoing debates in continental philosophy and related fields.