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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 Crete
Master in Ottoman History
- Gallos, Greece
- Voutes, Greece
Master degree
Full time
4 semesters
On-Campus
English
The M.A. Program in Ottoman History is organized by the Department of History and Archaeology in partnership with the Institute for Mediterranean Studies/FORTH. The aim of the Program is to train researchers in Ottoman history.


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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.


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.


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.
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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.


Universidad de Valladolid
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Master of Advanced Studies in Philosophy
- Valladolid, Spain
Master degree
1 year
On-Campus
Spanish
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Official inter-university master's degree, coordinated jointly by the universities of Valladolid and Salamanca. Its objective is to provide students with high academic and research standards, which complements the best performance of a professional career and qualify for research work and the completion of a doctoral thesis. It offers students specialized knowledge in four areas or pathways: History of Philosophy and Metaphysics, Moral and Political Philosophy, Aesthetics and Theory of the Arts, and Epistemology, with emphasis on the historical foundations of these disciplines and on a methodological background. This Master´s Degree enables analytical and critical thinking, and contributes to the development of intellectual rigor, argumentative skills, the capacity for multidisciplinary integration, an ethical conscience and attention to the principles and conceptual foundations of human knowledge and action. It is of interest not only to BA graduates in Philosophy or other Humanities disciplines (History, Philology, Art, etc.), but also to those coming from other scientific or technical branches (Law, Social Sciences, Psychology, Natural Sciences, Health Sciences, Mathematics, Engineering, etc.).


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…


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.


Universidad de Murcia
Interuniversity Master in Research in Philosophy
- Murcia, Spain
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
Spanish
The union of efforts and resources allows to offer six specializations, which makes it possible for any student to pursue a career or research training in the Doctorate in the future. Our Master has its continuity in the Interuniversity Doctorate Program in Philosophy, which seven Spanish universities: Murcia, Zaragoza, La Laguna, Castilla-La Mancha, Almería and Alicante (http://www.um.es/web/eidum/contener / studies / doctorates / philosophy) also offer together, offering the student and researcher one of the most powerful institutional networks in philosophical studies and research.


University of Otago
Master of Business (Mbus) in Politics, Philosophy and Economics
- Dunedin, New Zealand
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The Master of Business (MBus) in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE) at the University of Otago is an interdisciplinary postgraduate degree that combines the analytical rigour of philosophy, the societal insights of political studies, and the methodological strengths of economics with core business knowledge and research skills.


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.


Universitat de Barcelona
Master's Degree in Analytical Philosophy
- Barcelona, Spain
Master degree
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The master in Analytic Philosophy is a research degree in philosophy. It prepares students for a research career in philosophy by giving them a balanced background in core areas of philosophy and helping them to develop the research skills necessary to conduct original research in theoretical or practical philosophy.


Leiden University
MA Philosophy (60EC)
- Leiden, Netherlands
MA
Full time
1 year
On-Campus
English
The one-year master's programme in Philosophy at Leiden University integrates historical and systematic approaches in philosophy. It offers advanced training in philosophical methodologies and skills, as well as a sophisticated knowledge of traditional and recent philosophical developments.


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.


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.


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).
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Studying Philosophy at the Master's level allows you to dive deeply into critical thinking, ethics, and the foundations of knowledge. You'll explore significant philosophical texts and contemporary issues, developing a nuanced understanding of complex ideas that have shaped human thought.
In your coursework, you'll examine key areas such as metaphysics, epistemology, and political philosophy, fostering critical analysis and argumentation skills. Students also engage in rigorous discussions, enhancing their ability to articulate and defend their viewpoints. The environment encourages intellectual growth as you tackle profound questions and varied perspectives.
As you engage with diverse philosophical theories, you’ll build skills in analytical reasoning and persuasive writing. Graduates often pursue careers in academia, public policy, and ethics consultancy, where they can apply their insights to societal challenges. This program prepares students to think critically about the world around them, equipping them to contribute meaningfully to discussions on ethics, justice, and human understanding.