University of Pavia
Master’s Degree in Philosophical Knowledge: Foundations, Methods, Applications (Joint Degree)
Pavia, Italy
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
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Introduction
Master’s Degree in Philosophical Knowledge: Foundations, Methods, Applications (Joint Degree)
The MSc Philosophical Knowledge: Foundations, Methods, Applications is jointly offered by the University of Bergamo, University of Pavia, & IUSS Pavia entirely in English.
The master’s degree Course in Philosophical Knowledge: Foundations, Methods, Applications is unique in the panorama of university education in Italy, aiming to reach the highest standards of excellence.
The degree course leans towards an international teaching approach: every year, six renowned foreign philosophers, true authorities in their respective research areas, are invited to cooperate as professors in the training of students on the course, thus opening the course up to the cross-fertilization of innovative teaching methods and teacher-student interaction.
It is characterized by a new and profound focus on the applied dimensions of philosophical knowledge, methods, and practices, in the assumption that rationality models, conceptual analysis tools, and rational argumentation techniques must play an increasingly central role in decision-making and problem-solving processes in the economic, technological, business, political and social spheres in the broadest sense.
The master's degree is currently under evaluation by the Italian Ministry of University (MUR) and by the National Agency for University and Research Evaluation (ANVUR), and as soon as approved it will officially become part of the University’s teaching offer.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
- Fee Waiver: exemption from the payment of the University tuition fee;
- EDiSU Pavia scholarship: Edisu scholarship is open to all level applicants which include accommodation in a Residence; one meal per day at the canteens; a sum of money, according to the student’s economic situation.
- “INVEST YOUR TALENT IN ITALY”: The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs offers scholarships to applicants from specific countries, fulfilling some merit requirements and enrolling in 3 Master’s Degree courses (Electronic engineering; International business and entrepreneurship; Economics, finance and international integration) and 1 Vocational program (Cooperation and development).
- “STUDY IN ITALY”: The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs also assigns scholarships to applicants from specific countries, fulfilling some merit requirements and enrolling in Master’s Degree and PhD programs.
Curriculum
The course's first year explores fundamental debates in various philosophical disciplines, such as ontology, ethics, epistemology, philosophy of logic and mathematics, philosophy of language, philosophy of science, philosophy of mind and cognitive sciences, argumentation theory, and philosophy of technology and artificial intelligence. It prepares students for further doctoral study and research.
In the second year, the curriculum covers a wide range of science and technology topics, including economics, robotics, decision-making neuroscience, sustainability challenges, digital innovation, healthcare engineering and economics, data analysis, management and communication, and intellectual property ontology. Students apply the skills of philosophical analysis and rational argumentation learned in the first year to these fields, preparing for careers in business, communication, and human resource management.
Program Outcome
Upon completion of this program, graduates will be awarded a Master of Science Degree in Philosophical Knowledge: Foundations, Methods, Applications.
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities for graduates of this master's degree course include:
Human resources specialist
They can work in companies, both in the private and public sectors, performing management and business consultancy functions, coordinating working groups, mediating between parties, and identifying problem-solving strategies.
Work organization specialist
They can work in public and private companies, focusing on communication, inter-company relations, and cultural development. They excel in co-planning, decision-making processes, and problem-solving using analytical tools, and can act as consultants or managers within the company.
Specialist in public relations, image, and related professions
They can play strategic roles in communication, publishing, cultural event organization, and preparation of communication materials. They possess skills in interpreting cultural requirements, analyzing complex situations, and developing effective communication strategies.
Philosopher
They can engage in philosophical consulting, coordinate working groups, analyze complex issues, and develop research and critical thinking. They contribute to the dissemination of philosophical knowledge through theoretical and formal critical tools, cultural perspectives, and scientific dissemination.
Researcher and graduate technician in historical, philosophical, pedagogical, and psychological sciences
They can work in publishing, cultural event organization, research, and content preparation. They possess in-depth knowledge of the discipline, critical judgment, and the ability to elaborate cultural perspectives and content for public consumption.
Teacher
They can teach philosophical, historical, pedagogical, and demo-anthropological disciplines in secondary schools, as well as take on management and coordination responsibilities.
Guidance counselor
They can coordinate work groups, provide support for individual training and professionalization projects, and assist in career transitions. They possess in-depth disciplinary knowledge and the ability to guide individuals in making appropriate choices aligned with their aspirations and skills.
These career paths offer graduates a range of opportunities in business, communication, human resources management, education, and counseling fields.