M.A. Philosophy
University of Amsterdam
| Application deadline: | Start in 1 February: November (). Start in 1 September: April (). |
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| Start date: | February 2014, September 2013 |
| Credits: | 60 ECTS |
| Duration full-time: | 12 months |
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| Delivery mode: | On Campus |
| Educational variant: | Full-time |
Description
The University of Amsterdam's Philosophy programme is the most inclusive of its kind in the Netherlands. It covers a wide range of topics and perspectives, and has a strong international focus.
The programme familiarises students with one or more sub-areas of philosophy, and explores both Anglo-Saxon and European philosophy. Students acquire the skills to formulate, analyse and discuss philosophical problems, as well as to formulate and present targeted research questions within a broader research plan. Students can choose courses in philosophy from the wide selection of courses offered by the Department of Philosophy. Courses are grouped under the following topics: * The Philosophical Tradition in Context * Critical Cultural Theory: Art, Culture and Media * Philosophy and Public Affairs * Logic and Language: Mind, Body and Behaviour Philosophy at the UvA is highly regarded in terms of research and teaching quality, and was voted the best in the Netherlands for the second year running in the 2012 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Contents
Students can design their own programme based on their own interests, choosing three courses in philosophy from the wide selection of courses offered by the Department of Philosophy. Courses are grouped under the following topics:
- 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 Master's programme in Philosophy yields 60 ECTS credits: 30 credits for courses in philosophy, 10 credits for an elective in philosophy or another discipline and 20 credits for a Master's thesis.
The specific number of credits a student is required to obtain through coursework is determined by the admissions committee and is based on the student's previous qualifications. Fulfilment of all the requirements will take at least one year.
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
The Master's programme in Philosophy is the English version of the UvA's Dutch-taught programme Wijsbegeerte. Students who successfully complete this programme receive a Master's degree in Wijsbegeerte (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.
Requirements
Previous education
Written request
Grade average: An overall grade point average (GPA) of: - B/3.0 (American system); - 2.1 (upper second class degree in the British system); - C (ECTS-system)or 7.0 (Dutch system).
Previous education: Applicants for the Master's programme Philosophy should have at least a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in: - Philosophy - or a relevant field. Students who have a Bachelor's degree in a different field are also welcome to apply, provided this degree is comparable to a Dutch Bachelor's degree and has included a substantial number of philosophy courses (60 ECTS credits or more).
Additional language requirements:
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: A2
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: B1
- IELTS overall band: 6.5
- IELTS listening: 6
- IELTS reading: 6
- IELTS writing: 6
- IELTS speaking: 6
- TOEFL internet based: 90
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 6.5 |
| CAE score: | 80(Grade C) |
| TOEFL internet-based test score: | 90 |
Funding
Scholarships / Grants:
The University of Amsterdam:\r\nThe 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\r\nFor additional information: Website
Accreditation
Accredited by: NVAO in: Netherlands
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