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Philosophy – (M.A.)
Radboud University Nijmegen
Faculty of Philosophy
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| Application Deadline: | May 1; Non-EEA: March 1 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | ≈ € 1,771 ≈ € 9,100 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Nijmegen / 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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Philosophers do not do all of this because they know more than specialists in other fields. On the contrary, in each specific field, they probably know less than the specialist. But ideally, they possess two skills and two qualities that enable them to make an important contribution nonetheless. The two skills are, on the one hand, an ability to analyse complex issues logically and conceptually and, on the other, an ability to document their conclusions in clear and persuasive language. The crucial qualities are curiosity and scepticism vis-à-vis all claims that they have not examined themselves.
Such skills are not innate. They require intensive training. The Research Master's programme in Philosophy constitutes the first professional step towards the acquisition of these skills.
The programme
The International Research Master's programme in Philosophy is a two-year course, which Radboud University Nijmegen offers jointly with Tilburg University. It was established for students of proven ability who wish to prepare for an academic career in philosophy. Both universities have an excellent reputation. The programmes offered by the Nijmegen Research Institute for Philosophy were in 2006 rated high to excellent in the latest evaluation by an international commission of peers.
We combine internationally acclaimed research with excellent teaching. This has great advantages for you as a Research Master's student. You can choose from one of the widest range of philosophical specialisations in Europe, with courses and seminars that are exclusively taught in English at both universities. You will receive expert supervision in continental, analytic and historical approaches to philosophy and, if you intend to embark on an academic career, this course will give you the necessary research skills.
The programme is structured as follows:
First year (60 EC)
- a two-semester seminar on research methodologies (18 EC)
- training in academic writing and presentation skills (6 EC)
- a Research Master's seminar in your area of specialisation (9 EC)
- two regular Master's seminars of your own choice (18 EC)
- a research essay (9 EC)
Second year (60 EC)
- 3 Research Master's seminars in your area of specialisation (27 EC)
- training in academic skills (3 EC)
- a Research Master's thesis(30 EC)
Note that if you already have an Master's degree in philosophy, you can apply for a waiver; depending on your previous course work, you may be allowed to enter directly into the second year of this programme.
What makes this programme special?
- In-depth Master's classes in History of philosophy and Contemporary philosophy
- Research seminars in Hermeneutics, Philosophy of mind, Philosophy of language and Logic, Metaphysics, Philosophical anthropology, Ethics, Philosophy of the social sciences, and the History of philosophy
- The opportunity to discuss your ideas with leading philosophers
- A personal tutor who guides you throughout the programme
Contents
The Faculty of Philosophy at Radboud University Nijmegen offers the entire range of philosophical disciplines. However, students enrolling in the Research Master's programme are expected to choose one of the following specialisations:
Metaphysics and Epistemology
In Metaphysics and Epistemology you focus on the development of the hermeneutic tradition – key figures being Schleiermacher, Dilthey, Heidegger, Gadamer, Ricoeur and Derrida.
Philosophical Anthropology
In Philosophical Anthropology you study the philosophical significance of psychoanalytical hermeneutics as developed by Freud and followers (Lacan, Klein, et. al.). Research focuses in particular on the phenomenological tradition (Sartre, Merleau-Ponty, Deleuze and Butler).
Philosophical Ethics
In Philosophical Ethics you investigate the moral implications of human actions from the point of view of virtue ethics (Aristotle, MacIntyre), phenomenology (Heidegger, Levinas) and hermeneutics (Gadamer, Ricoeur). This section also runs an international Nietzsche research project.
Social and Political Philosophy
In Social and Political Philosophy you study ‘the political’ as an essential but conflict-ridden aspect of the human condition, and politics as a way of coping with this. Spinoza, Hobbes, Kant, Schmitt, Arendt, Zizek and Foucault are central figures in this specialization.
Philosophy of Language and Logic
Philosophy of Language and Logic involves the study of linguistic expressions such as words, sentences, texts and dialogues, where the emphasis is on the context in which these expressions are being interpreted.
Philosophy of Mind
In Philosophy of Mind and Science you study problems such as mental causation, phenomenal consciousness and the nature of mental state attribution from the viewpoint of neurophenomenenology and the embodied embedded cognition paradigm.
History of Philosophy
In History of Philosophy you explorethe development of natural philosophy and metaphysics from the late Middle Ages to early modern and modern times, investigating, in particular the evolution of the sciences of psychology and physics from philosophy.
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
- The equivalent of a Dutch Bachelor´s degree in Philosophy (as evaluated by the examinations commission)
- An average grade in the second and third year of your Bachelors degree of 7.5 or more (on the Dutch scale of 10)
- BA thesis must be the equivalent of a grade of 8 or more (on the Dutch scale of 10)
- You must be able to demonstrate serious research interests and skills
- Fluency in both written and spoken English. A TOEFL score of at least 550 for the paper-based test, 213 for the computer-based test, 80 for the internet-based test, or IELTS 6 for non-native speakers of English
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.0 |
| Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): | Grade C (Score: 60) |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 550 |
| TOEFL Computer-based: | 213 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 80 |
Funding details
There are various scholarships available for studying at Radboud University Nijmegen. Please check which scholarship is applicable in your case.
Radboud Scholarship Programme
As of February 2008 Radboud University Nijmegen has its own Radboud Scholarship Programme. This programme offers a selected number of talented prospective non-EEA students the opportunity to receive a scholarship to pursue an English-taught Master´s degree programme at Radboud University Nijmegen.
Programmes under the auspices of the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science
HSP Huygens Programme: The HSP Huygens Programme is applicable to students from all over the world.
Netherlands Fellowship Programme: This Fellowship Programme offers scholarships for selected NFP programmes including selected programmes of Radboud University Nijmegen.
Dutch study grant system: EU/EEA students who wish to take a degree programme in the Netherlands can sometimes be eligible for a Dutch student grant.
STUNED: The Stuned programme is applicable to postgraduate students from Indonesia.
National scholarships
Please also check if there are scholarships or grants available in your own country for studying in the Netherlands. Below we have listed a number of scholarships that are available from specific countries.
Fulbright scholarships: Fulbright Scholarships are available for American graduate students and researchers.
Ford Foundation: Sometimes private foundations may be willing to fund your study period abroad. The international Fellowship Programme from the Ford Foundation is one example.
Soros Foundations: Grants, scholarships and fellowships are available for students and researchers coming from 23 countries, especially in Central and Eastern Europe.
HEC: The Higher Education Commission was set up by the Government of Pakistan and has created a scholarship programme for students from Pakistan.
Colfuturo: This programme is available for students from Colombia.
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