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This program provides you with a solid grounding in the major areas of philosophy, such as ethics, epistemology and philosophy of mind. Working in small, interactive classes, you will also develop transferable skills like analytical and systematic thinking and reasoning, as well as will learn how to analyze complex texts and arguments.
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Full-time duration:
1 year
Starting in:
September
Tuition fee:
€12,000 per year
Location:
Vienna, Austria
Degree:
Dual Austrian and the U.S. degree
The program is geared towards candidates with a four-year bachelor’s degree in philosophy. It is suitable for students who already have a general grounding in the history of philosophy and the major subject areas, and wish to deepen their acquaintance with particular fields and develop their analytic skills in preparation for doctoral training or other professional careers. You can also specialize in interdisciplinary certificate programs in Political Thought and Religious Studies at CEU.
Courses include:
1. Epistemology
2. Philosophy of Language
3. Metaphysics
4. Ethics
5. Ancient Philosophy
6. Early Modern Philosophy
7. Kant and After
8. Philosophy of Mind
9. Philosophy of Religion
10. Aristotle
11. Aesthetics
Spark your career
The MA program is often used as preparation for PhD studies at leading universities across the globe. Our graduates will also be very well qualified, as far as the subject is concerned, to teach philosophy in the final years of secondary school. In addition, a holder of the MA degree in Philosophy will have the kind of training in thinking analytically and systematically which is of great value in all responsible administrative and managerial positions.
Apply
Admissions requirements:
1. Completed online application form
2. Proof of English proficiency
3. Letters of recommendation
4. CV
5. Bachelor’s degree
6. Academic background in philosophy or a related field (e.g. psychology, history or political science)
7. Academic records
8. Statement of purpose
9. Writing sample
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Earn a valuable degree
This program provides you with a solid grounding in the major areas of philosophy, such as ethics, epistemology and philosophy of mind. Working in small, interactive classes, you will also develop transferable skills like analytical and systematic thinking and reasoning, as well as will learn how to analyze complex texts and arguments.
QUICK FACTS
Full-time duration:
1 year
Starting in:
September
Tuition fee:
€12,000 per year
Location:
Vienna, Austria
Degree:
Dual Austrian and the U.S. degree
The program is geared towards candidates with a four-year bachelor’s degree in philosophy. It is suitable for students who already have a general grounding in the history of philosophy and the major subject areas, and wish to deepen their acquaintance with particular fields and develop their analytic skills in preparation for doctoral training or other professional careers. You can also specialize in interdisciplinary certificate programs in Political Thought and Religious Studies at CEU.
Courses include:
1. Epistemology
2. Philosophy of Language
3. Metaphysics
4. Ethics
5. Ancient Philosophy
6. Early Modern Philosophy
7. Kant and After
8. Philosophy of Mind
9. Philosophy of Religion
10. Aristotle
11. Aesthetics
Spark your career
The MA program is often used as preparation for PhD studies at leading universities across the globe. Our graduates will also be very well qualified, as far as the subject is concerned, to teach philosophy in the final years of secondary school. In addition, a holder of the MA degree in Philosophy will have the kind of training in thinking analytically and systematically which is of great value in all responsible administrative and managerial positions.
Apply
Admissions requirements:
1. Completed online application form
2. Proof of English proficiency
3. Letters of recommendation
4. CV
5. Bachelor’s degree
6. Academic background in philosophy or a related field (e.g. psychology, history or political science)
7. Academic records
8. Statement of purpose
9. Writing sample
Admission Requirements
59+
6.5+
88+
180+
Candidates will normally be expected to have some background in philosophy. In addition to meeting the General CEU Admissions Requirements, applicants will also be required to submit a statement of purpose (1–2 single spaced pages) as well as a sample of academic writing—part of a course essay or a chapter of a thesis—in English, to further assess their language abilities and argumentation skills.
1 Year
Sep
Domestic
12,000 EUR
International
12,000 EUR
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MA in Philosophy (1 year)
Central European University, Vienna, Austria
# 51-100QS Subject Rankings
12 monthsProgramme duration
12,000 EURTuition Fee/year
PhilosophyMain Subject Area
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Earn a valuable degree
This program provides you with a solid grounding in the major areas of philosophy, such as ethics, epistemology and philosophy of mind. Working in small, interactive classes, you will also develop transferable skills like analytical and systematic thinking and reasoning, as well as will learn how to analyze complex texts and arguments.
QUICK FACTS
Full-time duration:
1 year
Starting in:
September
Tuition fee:
€12,000 per year
Location:
Vienna, Austria
Degree:
Dual Austrian and the U.S. degree
The program is geared towards candidates with a four-year bachelor’s degree in philosophy. It is suitable for students who already have a general grounding in the history of philosophy and the major subject areas, and wish to deepen their acquaintance with particular fields and develop their analytic skills in preparation for doctoral training or other professional careers. You can also specialize in interdisciplinary certificate programs in Political Thought and Religious Studies at CEU.
Courses include:
1. Epistemology
2. Philosophy of Language
3. Metaphysics
4. Ethics
5. Ancient Philosophy
6. Early Modern Philosophy
7. Kant and After
8. Philosophy of Mind
9. Philosophy of Religion
10. Aristotle
11. Aesthetics
Spark your career
The MA program is often used as preparation for PhD studies at leading universities across the globe. Our graduates will also be very well qualified, as far as the subject is concerned, to teach philosophy in the final years of secondary school. In addition, a holder of the MA degree in Philosophy will have the kind of training in thinking analytically and systematically which is of great value in all responsible administrative and managerial positions.
Apply
Admissions requirements:
1. Completed online application form
2. Proof of English proficiency
3. Letters of recommendation
4. CV
5. Bachelor’s degree
6. Academic background in philosophy or a related field (e.g. psychology, history or political science)
7. Academic records
8. Statement of purpose
9. Writing sample
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Earn a valuable degree
This program provides you with a solid grounding in the major areas of philosophy, such as ethics, epistemology and philosophy of mind. Working in small, interactive classes, you will also develop transferable skills like analytical and systematic thinking and reasoning, as well as will learn how to analyze complex texts and arguments.
QUICK FACTS
Full-time duration:
1 year
Starting in:
September
Tuition fee:
€12,000 per year
Location:
Vienna, Austria
Degree:
Dual Austrian and the U.S. degree
The program is geared towards candidates with a four-year bachelor’s degree in philosophy. It is suitable for students who already have a general grounding in the history of philosophy and the major subject areas, and wish to deepen their acquaintance with particular fields and develop their analytic skills in preparation for doctoral training or other professional careers. You can also specialize in interdisciplinary certificate programs in Political Thought and Religious Studies at CEU.
Courses include:
1. Epistemology
2. Philosophy of Language
3. Metaphysics
4. Ethics
5. Ancient Philosophy
6. Early Modern Philosophy
7. Kant and After
8. Philosophy of Mind
9. Philosophy of Religion
10. Aristotle
11. Aesthetics
Spark your career
The MA program is often used as preparation for PhD studies at leading universities across the globe. Our graduates will also be very well qualified, as far as the subject is concerned, to teach philosophy in the final years of secondary school. In addition, a holder of the MA degree in Philosophy will have the kind of training in thinking analytically and systematically which is of great value in all responsible administrative and managerial positions.
Apply
Admissions requirements:
1. Completed online application form
2. Proof of English proficiency
3. Letters of recommendation
4. CV
5. Bachelor’s degree
6. Academic background in philosophy or a related field (e.g. psychology, history or political science)
7. Academic records
8. Statement of purpose
9. Writing sample
Admission Requirements
Domestic
International
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