Philosophy
Philosophy (M.A.)
Philosophy deals with the fundamental questions of human existence and the world. The master’s degree program in philosophy imparts the ability to independently develop philosophical questions, to critically reflect on them and to answer them in a differentiated manner.
- Degree
- Master of Arts (M.A.)
- Duration of studies in semester
- 4
- Start of degree program
- Summer semester, Winter semester
- Study location
- Erlangen
- Number of students
- 1-50
- Subject group
- Language and Cultural Studies
- Special ways to study
- Part-time degree program
- Teaching language
- completely in German
- Admission Requirements
- Qualification assessment
What is the degree program about?
Philosophy is the subject of free thinking. The master’s degree program in philosophy in Erlangen takes this into account and gives students a great deal of freedom to design their own curriculum.
You want to complete a master’s degree in philosophy and focus on, for example, the philosophy of language, political philosophy or the philosophy of early modern times? No problem. The curriculum is individually tailored to the knowledge and interests of each master’s candidate.
- It is intended that you choose a concentration in theoretical or practical philosophy.
- The choice of focus is made by choosing the topic of the master’s thesis. The remaining modules can be chosen independently of this choice in either theoretical or practical philosophy.
- In terms of content, you can shape your studies according to your interests. In doing so, you will be individually supervised. You will be assigned a mentor who will work with you to develop a study plan tailored to your needs and coordinate your study strategy with you.
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The study program is divided into the following nine modules:
- 3 master modules (10 ECTS points), each consisting of two master seminars and a small term paper (approx. 12 pp.).
- 2 master focus modules (15 ECTS points), each consisting of two master seminars and a focus term paper (approx. 20 pp.)
- 3 modules of free supplementary studies (10 ECTS points), which consist of freely selectable courses from the university’s offer.
- 1 master thesis module (30 ECTS points), in which the master thesis (approx. 80 pp.) is written.
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- Admission requirements (first semester)
- Qualification assessment
- Application deadline winter semester
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15.07.
- Application deadline summer semester
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15.01.
- Content-related admission requirements
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The admission requirement for the master’s degree program in philosophy is a subject-specific or a subject-related bachelor’s degree. A degree in a one-subject, two-subject or three-subject bachelor’s degree program in philosophy is considered subject-specific if at least 70 ECTS credits in philosophy were acquired in this program. Degrees in other courses of study are recognized as subject-related, insofar as the course of study was to a substantial extent concerned with problems relevant to philosophy (at least 70 ECTS credits).
In addition:
- Applicants whose final grade is between 1.00 and 2.50 are directly admitted to the master’s degree program in philosophy. Applicants whose final grade is between 2.51 and 3.50 are first invited to an interview with the admission committee, which decides on their admission to the master’s degree program. Applicants with a final grade of 3.51 or lower will not be admitted to the master’s degree program.
- Students who are enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program but have not yet completed their studies can be admitted to the Master’s degree program if they have earned at least 140 ECTS credits. Proof of having passed the bachelor’s degree must be submitted within one year of taking up the master’s program at the latest. Formal admission to the master’s degree program requires completion of the bachelor’s degree program. Admission to the master’s degree program is conditional.
- Students who have achieved only 50 of the required 70 ECTS credits may also apply. The admission committee may grant admission on condition that additional achievements to be determined by the admission committee in the amount of up to a maximum of 20 ECTS points must be proven within one year of taking up the master’s degree program at the latest.
Language skills
- German language skills for international applicants
- DSH 2 or equivalent
Do you need help or more information?
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