Philosophy

Faculty of Philosophy

Level:  master academic studies
Upon end of the studies student will receive a title: Master of arts in philosophy
The purpose of the academic masters study program in philosophy is to equip students with scientific, professional and methodological knowledge needed to work in the field of philosophy and similar disciplines in the humanistic and social sciences, as well as to gain basic abilities and skills for scientific research in the discipline of philosophy.


Goals of study program

The goals of the graduate program in philosophy are: • to gain thorough knowledge of all areas of philosophy; • to be familiar with the general history of philosophy; - • thorough knowledge of logic and methodology; - • to be able to move within various spheres of knowledge with ease and precision; • to provide an introduction to relevant theories on values:ethics, aesthetics, philosophy of law and politics, cultural philosophy, philosophy of religion; to approach all arenas that require familiarity with human values and value-systems with a rich background of knowledge and broad approach; • to provide an introduction to contemporary trends and developments in philosophical ideas; • to be able to practically apply acquired knowledge; • to develop creative ability, academic and professional skills needed for the professional world and to continue professional studies.


Outcome of study program

A broad familiarity with the history of philosophy ensures a higher quality education, as does thorough knowledge of logic and methodology, specifically scientific methods, which will enable graduates to move within various spheres of knowledge with ease and precision. Familiarity with relevant theories on values(ethics, aesthetics, philosophy of law and politics, cultural philosophy, philosophy of religion etc) will provide graduates with a rich background of knowledge and broad approach or working in arenas that require familiarity with human values and value-systems.


Prerequisite for attending study program

Completed undergraduate study in philosophy (240 ECTS) or equivalent undergraduate philosophy four year program, according to the conditions and statutes of the University and Faculty; students that have completed another undergraduate program must take a differential exam in accordance with masters program and University rules.
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