M.A. Philosophy
Bielefeld University Bielefeld
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About the programme
Philosophy at Bielefeld University is a four-semester Master of Arts worth 120 credit points, with starts in the winter or the summer semester. Its focus is on writing your own philosophical contributions and discussing them with others. You work in small groups on complex philosophical topics, deepen your knowledge across different areas of philosophy and set your own focus. Graduate and workshop seminars give room for intense discussion based on close reading, and a presentation workshop trains you to give your first talks. In a satellite seminar you develop your own topic ideas in small groups, and in a project module you pursue your own projects. Department colloquia let you discuss work with more experienced researchers. It suits graduates who want to do academic philosophy or use analytical and writing skills in fields such as publishing, public relations or foundations.
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What you need to apply for Philosophy at Bielefeld University
English language
German language
Academic requirements
ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.
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Access to the Master programme is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters, qualifies for exercising a profession and is in accordance with the subject-specific regulations.
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Programme-specific documents
Proof (in the original and in copy or in certified copy) of passed and failed achievements (transcript, proof of achievement or similar) or other documentation in the case of other knowledge and qualifications.
Explanatory documents on the type and content of the courses and the modules (course-related examination regulations, module handbook; if applicable, other documents such as course description, course catalogue, course comments, etc.)
1. Application form (which can be printed at the end of the online application)
2. School leaving certificate
3. Certificates of study courses (diploma and transcript of records)
4. Evidence of command of language
5. Additional documents (eg CV, summary of your thesis, letter of motivation)
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Estimated year-1 total cost
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