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Explore human knowledge and morality

Are you looking for in-depth discussions of current issues in epistemology, moral and political philosophy, as well as their historical roots? Do you want to study hot topic in the social world? Do you want to hone your research skills for a possible future PhD? Then this is the programme for you!

Are you ready to apply historically informed views about knowledge and morality to topical issues like fake news and conspiracy theories, climate scepticism, the ubiquitous application of Artificial Intelligence, the relationship between freedom and equality, individual responsibility for collective outcomes, and the morality of markets?

Central questions

The Philosophy track prepares you for a career as a researcher in philosophy. It focuses on central questions concerning human knowledge and morality, and allows you to specialise in different areas. 

Key features of the programme include:

  1. The combination of historical and contemporary perspectives; 
  2. The programme’s connection to the department’s internationally renowned research projects; 
  3. A strong focus on research skills and preparation for an academic career; 
  4. The opportunity to spend a semester abroad; 
  5. The fact that the programme is embedded in a humanities research and education environment.

Philosophy is one of the tracks of the Master's programme in Humanities (Research).

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On completing this Master’s programme, you’ll have strong expertise in your own discipline, as well as the ability to collaborate with other experts outside the university in an international context. You’ll have all the skills needed to work as a researcher inside and outside academia – making you a great candidate for a PhD position or a job in the industry.

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