Universidade Santiago de Compostela
Master's Degree in Philosophy: Knowledge and Citizenship
Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Master degree
DURATION
1 year
LANGUAGES
Spanish, Galician
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Oct 2026
TUITION FEES
EUR 854
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master's Degree in Philosophy: Knowledge and Citizenship explores the relationship between knowledge and various forms of citizenship. It involves critical engagement with philosophical ideas and theories, fostering an understanding of contemporary issues. The course includes diverse philosophical traditions and focuses on the role of citizenship in promoting social justice and civic engagement.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in education, governmental or non-governmental organizations, policy analysis, social research, and community development. This program equips students with critical thinking and analytical skills valuable in many sectors.
The master's degree provides solid and specialized training in critical thinking about knowledge and understanding of the world, citizenship and globalization. It also familiarizes students with the techniques and requirements of research, since it is a master's degree that gives access to a doctorate.
The master's degree is taught with the following objectives:
- Provide solid and specialized training in critical thinking about knowledge and understanding of the world, citizenship and globalization.
- Place said training in the set of humanistic knowledge, natural sciences, technologies and social sciences; in the business, institutional and cultural fabric, as well as in the social practice of the contemporary world.
- Familiarize students with the techniques and requirements of research, given that it is a master's degree that gives access to a doctorate.