Philosophy

Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

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Deze opleiding

What is consciousness? What is the relation between truth and democracy? If our world is mechanistic, how could chances ever exist? When are differences in wealth unjust?

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locatieGroningen
diplomaMA
typeregulier, 60 EC
start1 februari, 1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60822
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee

Philosophy is the systematic investigation of very fundamental questions. You are trained to think and write in a clear manner about topics such as the relation between mind, body and cognition, the nature and basis of moral judgements, the limits of knowledge, and the principles of social justice. A highly individualized programme will help you pursue your own research questions and explore philosophical topics, within academia and beyond. What can you expect from the Master's programme in philosophy?

  • improve your reading skills to critically scrutinize vague concepts, tacit assumptions, loose argumentation, and widely shared preconceptions that we encounter in everyday life
  • develop analytic rigor and the ability to reason in a logically sound way
  • receive high-quality education taught by leading and dedicated researchers in a friendly atmosphere
  • pursue a career in journalism, consultancy, education, research or in public administration

The Faculty of Philosophy is home to internationally renowned teaching staff who together with a diverse student body form a lively and stimulating close-knit philosophical community located in the city center of Groningen. The Master's programme in Philosophy is offered both on a full-time and part-time basis and is concluded with a thesis on a topic of your choice and an optional internship. For more information and to view the courses see page 59 of the 2023-2024 study guide.

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Results of the annual National Student Assessment (NSE) show that our students are very satisfied with the contents of our programmes and that they value the expertise of our teaching staff. Small-scale classes and a friendly, informal setting enhance contacts between our staff and students. In reviews of the Keuzegids Universiteiten and in the Higher Education Review of Dutch University Faculties, our faculty has consistently been ranked high in the top of the Netherlands.

Studieprogramma

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The programme comprises one year (60 ECTS). The curriculum is based on three components: Two out of three skills- based core modules (10 ECTS), five deepening philosophy courses (25 ECTS) and a final project (25 ECTS) comprising either two specialization electives (10 ECTS) and a Master's thesis of 15 ECTS (Theoretical profile), or an internship (15 ECTS) and a short Master's thesis of 10 ECTS (Practical profile).

You can choose electives from all three Philosophy departments:
periode
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Philosophy Beyond Academia
5 EC
Internship (Practical profile)
15 EC
Two electives within area of specialisation (Theoretical profile)
10 EC
Five electives within or outside area of specialisation
25 EC
Audience oriented writing or Philosophical Interventions
5 EC
Master thesis course and thesis (Theoretical profile)
15 EC
Master thesis course and thesis (Practical profile)
10 EC

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
avondonderwijsn.v.t.
afstandsonderwijsn.v.t.
onderwijsvormen
group discussion, individual assignment, individual guidance, internship, lecture, literature study, research, oral presentation, self study, seminar, thesis, tutorial
objectives
The main aim of the Master's programme in Philosophy is to teach students to think in an independent and critical way about fundamental questions in philosophy, in the sciences and in society. In the end, you will have advanced knowledge of the philosophical debates in your area of expertise. You have gained experience in meticulously reading philosophical texts. And you will be able to write clear and well-argued academic papers.
study guidance
The programme provides study support and the study advisor monitors your study progress. If you have any questions you can contact the study advisor (fil-study-advisor@rug.nl). You can contact the study advisor in case of personal problems that affect your study performance. Students can make an appointment via janineweeting.youcanbook.me

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 februari 2025

aanmelding deadline : 1 februari 2025
collegegeld nog niet bekend

1 september 2024

aanmelding deadline : 1 september 2024
wettelijk tarief : € 2530 (€1265 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 15900
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 18700

1 september 2025

aanmelding deadline : 1 september 2025
collegegeld nog niet bekend

Please note that application deadlines and entry requirements are based on your diploma qualification and not on your nationality.

De stad

studievereniging

STUFF
STUFF is the social network of all philosophy students of the University of Groningen.
STUFF organizes philosophical activities, like lectures and debates and trips to foreign universities as well as many social happenings such as monthly meetings at a local café, (theme) parties, competitions etc.

aan het woord: studenten en docenten

studenten
The offer of courses in the Master's programme is very balanced.

I did my Master's programme in philosophy at the University of Groningen between September 2021 and June 2022. While studying during that year, I became aware of a few aspects of the programme which make me look back at my time in Groningen with great rejoice. I would like to share these things in order to hopefully describe just what it is that made this programme so enjoyable to me.

I particularly liked the variety presented in the courses provided, both in the sense of options, as well as the degree of variation with regard to the structure of these classes...
In my view, this creates a learning environment in which you are constantly challenged to think about issues in various ways, thus giving you a diversified set of tools in order to philosophize about whatever interests you. The elective courses are designed in order to encourage group-discussion and to learn about and from other students’ points of view, while also provoking you to think for yourself in the sense that your opinion is worth sharing and discussing. I felt the opportunities and safety needed in order to come to my own vision and share it with classmates, while never feeling like I couldn’t ask for support when things became too hard to figure out by myself. This applies both with regard to students and teachers, who presented themselves in an open and egalitarian manner. On top of this, I enjoyed the positive atmosphere and low threshold for approaching both students and lecturers. You can always knock on a teacher's door when you are in need of clarification concerning a course or difficult passage, if you haven't already met them in the canteen, that is. Finally, I was particularly satisfied with the overall setup of the Master thesis course, which is quite liberal in its design. You can choose both your subject and research-method independently, with a great degree of creative licence when it comes to writing and presenting your thesis. If you’d like to write a thesis that is heavily embedded in the academic field, that is possible. But it is also fine to take an approach more geared towards a broad public. In short, the Master’s programme at the University of Groningen is both challenging and comforting, while also providing you with philosophical knowledge that suits your interests and curiosities.


lees verder ...
Each professor is devoted to every discussion

In August 2015, I came to Groningen from Buenos Aires to start a Master in Philosophy at the UG. One of the things I appreciate most here is the fact that each professor is devoted to every discussion with true interest, putting their minds and passion in relation to authentic philosophical enquiry.The philosophical interests I have may differ a lot from the ones my fellow students have. This is not a problem: Groningen philosophy students are given freedom and are encouraged to follow their own interests, teachers offer advice and flexibility...
The city functions as an exchange field of information, connections, friendship and ideas: because of its medium size and its high amount of students you will receive a lot of unexpected interesting stimulus, not necessarily in relation to your academic background, which may inspire you.Even though you can speak English thanks to the fact that almost every Dutch person knows it very well as a second language, it’s worthwhile to pay some attention to the Dutch language. It has beautiful words that you may fall in love with. ‘Wijsbegeerte’ (a traditional way of saying Philosophy in Dutch), which can be translated, just like Philosophy, as “desire for wisdom”.


lees verder ...
Anna Herngreen
afgestudeerd in 2014
In het beleidsadvies heb ik veel aan de manier van denken die ik in mijn studie filosofie heb kunnen oefenen

Na mijn bachelor sociologie heb ik de switch gemaakt naar filosofie en ben ik afgestudeerd op het Groningse aardbevingendossier. Rond mijn afstuderen werd mij via via een vacature onder de neus geschoven en had ik vrijwel direct een baan – binnen twee maanden zat ik in Den Haag achter een bureau. In het beleidsadvies en procesmanagement heb ik veel aan de manier van denken die ik in mijn filosofiestudie heb kunnen oefenen: kwesties kritisch ontrafelen, analyseren en weer in elkaar puzzelen.

Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/20 University of Groningen
Filosofie
€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur
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NAN% vrouw
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100% Engelstalig
2/20 Erasmus University Rotterdam
Philosophy
€ 342 gemiddelde kamerhuur
24 eerstejaars
41% vrouw
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100% Engelstalig
3/20 Leiden University
Philosophy of Knowledge
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
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NAN% vrouw
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100% Engelstalig
4/20 Leiden University
Moral and Political Philosophy
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
6 eerstejaars
?% vrouw
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100% Engelstalig
5/20 Leiden University
Philosophy (60 ec)
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
14 eerstejaars
35% vrouw
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100% Engelstalig
6/20 Leiden University
Philosophical Perspectives on Politics and the Economy
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
14 eerstejaars
35% vrouw
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100% Engelstalig
7/20 Leiden University
Global and Comparative Philosophy
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
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NAN% vrouw
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8/20 Leiden University
Modern European Philosophy
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
14 eerstejaars
35% vrouw
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100% Engelstalig
9/20 Radboud University Nijmegen
Filosofie
star NVAO
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
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100% Nederlandstalig
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10/20 Radboud University Nijmegen
fenomenologie, hermeneutiek en psychoanalyse
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
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NAN% vrouw
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100% Nederlandstalig
11/20 Radboud University Nijmegen
Filosofie van Taal en Cognitie
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
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100% Nederlandstalig
12/20 Radboud University Nijmegen
kritiek van de moderniteit
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
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NAN% vrouw
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100% Nederlandstalig
13/20 University of Amsterdam
Philosophy
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
10 eerstejaars
30% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
14/20 University of Amsterdam
Filosofie (Wijsbegeerte)
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
10 eerstejaars
30% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Nederlandstalig
15/20 Tilburg University
Philosophy of Mind and Psychology
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NAN% vrouw
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16/20 Tilburg University
Philosophy of Contemporary Challenges
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17/20 Tilburg University
Philosophy of Humanity and Culture
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NAN% vrouw
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18/20 Tilburg University
Ethiek van Bedrijf en Organisatie
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NAN% vrouw
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19/20 Tilburg University
Philosophy of Data and Digital Society
gemiddelde kamerhuur
? eerstejaars
NAN% vrouw
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20/20 Tilburg University
Filosofie
star Elsevier
Keuzegids topopleiding 2018
€ 253 gemiddelde kamerhuur
61 eerstejaars
42% vrouw
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30% Nederlandstalig
100% Engelstalig
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Na de studie

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Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

After finishing the Master's degree, many philosophers find work as consultants, educators, journalists and policy advisors, both in business and at governmental agencies. It is also possible to become a researcher at the university or a private research institute.

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Contact

Admissions Office (for questions about admission)

For questions about admission

Janine Weeting MSc

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