Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Winter Semester only

Focus

Ethics, Biophilosophy

Target group

The MA in Philosophy is based on the knowledge and skills acquired in a previous Bachelor's course and imparts greater competence in philosophy and the fundamentals of the sciences, while on the other hand aiming to enable graduates to conduct independent scholarly work. Basic philosophical questions of insight, understanding, normativity and morals, as well as inter-disciplinary areas such as philosophy of culture, science and ethics, are taken into consideration The historical and systematic dimensions of these issues are studied. A specialisation is possible.

Annotation

The degree programme fits into both the history and cultural sciences as well as, on account of biophilosophy, in the life sciences. The course is characterised by its interdisciplinary approach.

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

Admission requirements (Link)

Admission requirements

Completed BA degree in which Philosophy accounted for no less than 60 credit points (or containing this number of credit points). On an individual basis, admission may be possible if Philosophy had been studied to a lesser extent in the BA. In such an instance, an oral qualifying admission examination is necessary. After a successful examination, missing components can be made up. Good command of the English language, such as through the Abitur (school leaving certificate giving right of entry to higher education) or comparable certifications.