M.A. Philosophy

University of Freiburg (Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg) Freiburg im Breisgau

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  • Winter intake
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  • German
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  • 4 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 Jul
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About the programme

Philosophie (Philosophy) is a research-oriented Master of Arts at the University of Freiburg over 4 semesters with 120 credits, starting in the winter semester, offered in a German option and a German-French option. It lets philosophy graduates design individual study paths in theoretical philosophy, practical philosophy and the history of philosophy, with an emphasis on reading and critically interpreting key texts. Freiburg's focus areas include Arabic and transcultural philosophy, classical German philosophy, phenomenology, cultural philosophy and the philosophy of technology. You build judgement, independent work and communication skills, can gain teaching experience, and can go on to careers in publishing, journalism, foundations and consulting. You need a B.A. in philosophy, German at C1 and English at B2, plus French at B2 for the German-French option.

Fields of study

Philosophy & History(Social Sciences & Humanities)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Philosophy at University of Freiburg (Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg)

English language

IELTS Overall
5.5/ 9.0

German language

German for application
C1
German for enrollment
C1
Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
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Prerequisites

a first degree with an average grade of at least 2.5 from a German university in a Bachelor's degree program or in an equivalent degree program of at least three years at a German or foreign university that meets the qualifying requirements specified in paragraph 2,

2. has knowledge of the German language that corresponds to at least level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, as well as knowledge of English that corresponds to at least level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, and

3. has basic knowledge of Latin, Ancient Greek, Arabic, or Farsi, or knowledge of French or Italian that corresponds to at least level B1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Philosophy

Standard documents checklist

  • Completed online application form
  • Bachelor's degree certificate (original + certified translation)
  • Bachelor's degree transcript (original + certified translation)
  • English language certificate (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
  • German language certificate (if required by the programme)
  • Statement of Purpose / Letter of Motivation
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letters of Recommendation (LOR)
  • Passport copy
  • APS certificate (if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam)

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Mode

online

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Application fee

Free

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

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Semester contribution

N/A

per semester

Application fee

Free

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

11,904 EUR

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Additional fee information

Free

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