
Philosophy
Master

What is consciousness? What is the relation between truth and democracy? If our world is mechanistic, how could chances ever exist? When are differences in wealth unjust?
Philosophy is the systematic investigation of very fundamental questions. You are trained to think and write in a clear manner about topics such as the relation between mind, body and cognition, the nature and basis of moral judgements, the limits of knowledge, and the principles of social justice. A highly individualized programme will help you pursue your own research questions and explore philosophical topics, within academia and beyond. What can you expect from the Master's programme in philosophy?* improve your reading skills to critically scrutinize vague concepts, tacit assumptions, loose argumentation, and widely shared preconceptions that we encounter in everyday life* develop analytic rigor and the ability to reason in a logically sound way* receive high-quality education taught by leading and dedicated researchers in a friendly atmosphere* pursue a career in journalism, consultancy, education, research or in public administrationThe Faculty of Philosophy is home to internationally renowned teaching staff who together with a diverse student body form a lively and stimulating close-knit philosophical community located in the city center of Groningen. The Master's programme in Philosophy is offered bot
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Title
Master of Arts
Duration
1 year
ECTS credits
ECTS
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme of study. Its aim is to facilitate the recognition of study periods undertaken by mobile students through the transfer of credits. The ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits are equivalent to the workload of full-time student during one academic year.
Accreditation
Numerus Fixus
No Numerus Fixus
Without numerus fixus.
Tuition fee 2023/2024
EU/EEA
The EU/EEA rate is the regular fee for students from within the EU/EEA.
€ 2,314
Non-EU/EEA
The non-EU/EEA rate is the rate for students from outside the EU/EEA.
€ 16,000
Admission
Application requirements
We expect a Bachelor's degree in philosophy or philosophy of a specific scientific discipline, or another Bachelor's degree which the admissions board considers to be equivalent.
Proof of English proficiency: you will need to prove your proficiency in English by means of one of the following tests (the test cannot be older than two years): IELTS, minimum overall score 6.5 TOEFL 90/120 IBT Please ask the ETS to send us the test score report using institution code 7191.This requirement does not apply if you: * are a native speaker and completed secondary education in any one of the following countries: Canada, USA, UK, Ireland, New Zealand, Australia * have comple
Motivation letter: The student should explain why they wish to take part in our programme, what they expect from the programme and what they wish to achieve.
Required documents to be provided with application: Copy of bachelor diploma or proof of enrolment including expected graduation date, CV, writing sample. This sample can be a Bachelor thesis or a paper written for a philosophy course.
Language requirements
- 6.5
- IELTS overall band
- 90
- TOEFL internet based
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Start date | App. deadline EU/EEA | App. deadline Non-EU/EEA |
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1 Feb '24 | 1 Nov '23 | 1 Nov '23 |
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1 Feb '25 | 1 Nov '24 | 1 Nov '24 |
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1 Sep '25 | 1 May '25 | 1 May '25 |
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Scholarships
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StuNed Scholarship Programme
StuNed Scholarships for master studies, short courses and customised training programmes are available for Indonesian professionals with at least 2 years' work experience in a development-related organisation.
Contact
Main addressOude Boteringestraat 44
9712 GL Groningen
050 363 9011
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