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Philosophy (research MA) – (M.A.)
University of Amsterdam
Graduate School for Humanities
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| Application Deadline: | Start in 1 September: April (non-EEA: April). | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,771 ≈ € 10,500 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Amsterdam / Netherlands / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 24 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
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The Research Master's programme in Philosophy familiarises students with one or more sub-areas of philosophy.
Students acquire the skills to formulate, analyse and discuss philosophical problems and to formulate and present targeted research questions within a broader research plan. The University of Amsterdam's Research Master's programme in Philosophy is the most extensive of its kind in the Netherlands and has the largest student body. The programme covers a wide range of topics and perspectives, and has a strong international focus. Both Anglo-Saxon philosophy and Continental philosophy are studied. Students can put together a programme suited to their interests by choosing from the wide selection of courses offered by the Department of Philosophy.
Contents
Students can specialise in a specific area or design a varied curriculum with different modules and areas of emphasis. The current English-language options for specialisation are:
- The Philosophical Tradition in Context
- Critical Cultural Theory: Art, Culture and Media
- Philosophy and Public Affairs
- Logic and Language: Mind, Body and Behaviour
Programme outline
The programme in Philosophy (research) yields 120 ECTS credits: 30 credits for core courses, 30 credits for electives, 30 credits for tutorials and 30 credits for a Master's thesis.
The specific number of credits a student is required to obtain through coursework will be determined by the admission committee and is based on the student's previous qualifications. Fulfilment of all the requirements will take at least two years.
Tutorials
Tutorials are given in small groups supervised by specialists. They are usually initiated by staff members but may also be proposed by students, provided a suitable supervisor is found.
Thesis
The Master's thesis reports on research carried out by the student under the supervision of two academic staff members involved in the programme. The subject of the thesis must be mutually agreed upon by the student and the academic adviser(s).
Degree requirements
Students who successfully complete the programme in Philosophy (research) receive a Master's degree in Philosophy and the title Master of Arts (MA).
Credit transfer
Students who show exceptional promise during a Regular or Professional Master's programme are encouraged to continue their studies in a Research Master's programme. Once students are admitted to the Research Master's programme, they can transfer credits earned during their previous course of study towards their Research Master's degree. The examination committee determines which courses qualify for transfer.
You are normally required to take an English Proficiency Test if you come from a non-English speaking country.
Most European Universities recognise the IELTS test.
More informationRequirements
Grade average: Applicants are expected to have an overall grade point average (GPA) equivalant to at least: A/ 3.8 (American system) 2.1 (a second class upper/division one degree in the British system) B (ECTS-system) 7.5 (Dutch system)
Previous education: The research Master requires a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy from the UvA or another comparable recognized qualification from another university. You may apply with a degree in another subject provided you have at least 60 ECTS credits in a Philosophy minor. The selection committee will look at the content of your bachelor, grades and motivation.
Written request: Students can apply for the selection procedure for this master from 1 December until 1 April by filling out the digital application form and uploading the necessary documents via the website of the Graduate School for Humanities
Additional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: A2
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: B1
- IELTS overall band: 7
- IELTS listening: 7
- IELTS reading: 7
- IELTS writing: 7
- IELTS speaking: 7
- TOEFL internet based: 100
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 7.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade A (Score: 80) |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 100 |
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
Funding details
Scholarships / Grants:
The University of Amsterdam:
The University of Amsterdam provides a limited number of full and partial scholarships for excellent students from outside the European Economic Area. The Amsterdam Merit Scholarships have specifically been designed to offer talented, ambitious and dedicated students the opportunity to pursue a Mast
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