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USI Università della Svizzera italiana
Master of Arts in interreligious dialogue: Science, Philosophy and Theology of Religions
- Lugano, Switzerland
MA
Part time
4 semesters
Distance Learning
English
The Master of Arts in interreligious dialogue: Science, Philosophy and Theology of Religions, promoted by the Re.Te. Institute ("Religions and Theology") of the Lugano Faculty of Theology, has been designed to provide extensive knowledge of the major world religions, explain their basic principles, their different structures, and their history. The Master’s course aims to teach its students to promote and develop a dialogue with members of other religions, precisely by gaining an appreciation of other religions and learning how to communicate and hold effective interaction.


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University of Patras
MA in Greek & Chinese Civilizations
- Panepistimioupoli Patron, Greece
- Yubei District, China
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
This is the first Master's Program in Greek & Chinese Civilizations worldwide that cultivates a comparative approach to the Ancient Greek and Chinese Civilizations and the only one that combines one year of studies in China and one year of studies in Europe. The Program is geared towards providing you with solid and deep knowledge of both the Ancient Greek and the Chinese civilizations from a comparative perspective and towards preparing you for higher research in the field.


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University of Bristol - Arts and Humanities
MA Philosophy
- Bristol, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The MA in Philosophy will give you a thorough grounding in the core knowledge and skills required for philosophical research, while also allowing you to pursue your philosophical interests in depth. Bristol ranks as one of the top ten philosophy departments in the UK in the Philosophical Gourmet Report. Our staff have diverse research interests and expertise across a wide range of philosophical areas.


Eötvös Loránd University
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MA in Philosophy
- Budapest, Hungary
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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The MA course offered by the Institute of Philosophy at the Faculty of Humanities is a two-year, full-time program comprising four semesters. Students need to have some philosophical background – a minimum of 30 credits as part of their BA studies.


University of Groningen
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MA in Philosophy: Philosophy, Science and Humanities
- Groningen, Netherlands
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
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This master programme offers courses in the philosophy and history of science, skills courses to improve your writing, and tutorials in which you work with experts on the philosophy of your discipline. Additionally, the programme will regularly organize colloquia with experts working on the intersection of the philosophy, science and humanities.
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University of Birmingham - College of Arts and Law
MA Philosophy
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The MA Philosophy studies fundamental questions about the world and our existence in it. Explore the area of philosophy that most interests you. With expert supervision from a community of philosophers, you’ll develop skills in critical thinking, communication and research to enhance your future.


University College London (UCL)
Philosophy MA
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Philosophy MA program is designed for students who want to explore the big questions about existence, knowledge, values, and reasoning. It offers a flexible structure, allowing students to tailor their studies around their own interests. Some cou…


Queen's University Belfast
MA Philosophy
- Belfast, United Kingdom
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Queen’s MA in Philosophy is a pluralist programme that recognises and values diverse philosophical methods, histories, and scholarly approaches, while providing students with a strong grounding in core areas of philosophy.


Bar-Ilan University
MA in Jewish Philosophy
- Ramat Gan, Israel
MA
Full time
2 years
Distance Learning, On-Campus, Blended
English
The Department of Jewish Philosophy (Jewish Thought and Kabbalah) in Bar-Ilan University’s Faculty of Jewish Studies is devoted to the research and teaching of all fields of Jewish philosophy from the classical period until the writing of Jewish philosophy in our days, including the study of Kabbalah and Hasidism. Special emphasis is put on the study and research of philosophical thinking, mystical contemplation, and interreligious relations. If you are interested in such fields as Jewish tradition, philosophy, and Jewish history, the Department of Jewish Philosophy invites you to participate in a fascinating, thought-provoking MA in Jewish Philosophy, which takes you into the comprehensive exploration of the world of Jewish philosophy and all its aspects while examining different approaches, discourses, and methods from a broad cultural perspective. Read this article to find out more about the program.


SOAS University of London
MA Global Philosophy
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The MA Global Philosophy has a strongly applied element, designed to demonstrate the significance of philosophy for pressing contemporary concerns (such as the climate crisis, animal/human relations, gender debates, race relations, intercultural understanding, racial capitalism, public rationality, and democracy).


King's College London - Faculty of Arts & Humanities
MA in Philosophy
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
Our degree MA in Philosophy offers students a broad range of topics covering everything from pre-Socrates to the present day - Philosophy without any gaps. This programme is suited both to philosophy graduates to expand their philosophical grounding, and to students with first degrees in related subjects to introduce them to key concepts, arguments and texts from across the philosophical spectrum, while bringing them up to a high level in selected specialist areas.


SOAS University of London
MA Global Philosophy and Intensive Language
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Our MA Global Philosophy and Intensive Language degree provides a rich and advanced engagement with philosophy which exposes students to a wide variety of global, rather than narrowly Western, intellectual traditions and themes than would be possible in other philosophy postgraduate degree programmes.


The Pontifical University of John Paul II in Krakow
MA in Philosophy, Ethics and Religion
- Kraków, Poland
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
"Graduate Philosophy in English” is a 2-year MA program for both Polish and foreign students. All offered courses are taught entirely in the English language. The studies are meant to develop philosophical skills and competencies that are useful in the professional, public, and private spheres (e.g., critical thinking, creativity, rationality, and effective argumentation).


University College London (UCL)
Philosophy of Education MA
- London, United Kingdom
MA
Full time, Part time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Philosophy of Education MA program is designed for those interested in exploring the fundamental ideas behind how we learn and teach. It offers a deep dive into philosophical questions related to education, such as the purpose of education, ethic…


Open University
MA in Philosophy
- Online United Kingdom
MA
Full time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
Studying this MA in Philosophy will hone your ability to think clearly and logically, and develop your writing, research and analytical skills. you will study texts from different periods and philosophical perspectives, including works by Plato, Friedrich Nietzsche, Michel Foucault and Hannah Arendt; and you will investigate contemporary debates on environmental aesthetics, consciousness, global justice, emotion, and morality in politics.


Central European University (CEU)
Master of Arts in Philosophy (2 years)
- Vienna, Austria
MA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Department of Philosophy offers two MA programs in Philosophy: a two-year program and a one-year program. Holders of at least a four-year degree in philosophy may apply for both the two-year and one-year MA programs. Holders of a three-year bachelor’s degree in philosophy should, as a rule, apply for the two-year MA program rather than the one-year program.


Central European University (CEU)
Master of Arts in Philosophy (1 year)
- Vienna, Austria
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Department of Philosophy offers two MA programs in Philosophy: a two-year program and a one-year program. Holders of at least a four-year degree in philosophy may apply for both the two-year and one-year MA programs. Holders of a three-year bachelor’s degree in philosophy should, as a rule, apply for the two-year MA program rather than the one-year program.
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Studying for a Master's degree in Philosophy allows you to delve deeply into profound questions and critical thinking. This discipline encourages you to explore complex ideas, engage with classic texts, and develop sophisticated argumentation skills.
Throughout your studies, you'll sharpen your abilities in analytical writing, ethical reasoning, and philosophical inquiry. Core courses often include topics such as metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics, guiding you to analyze various philosophical positions. Students strengthen their critical thinking as they tackle challenging theories and contribute to academic discussions.
The program focuses on advanced methodologies in reasoning and argument construction, enabling you to articulate and defend your views effectively. Graduates gain skills in problem-solving, creative thinking, and persuasive communication. Career paths in fields like education, law, and public policy become accessible, thanks to your enhanced understanding of philosophical concepts and their real-world applications.