Philosophy
You will be introduced to subjects such as logics, theory of knowledge, metaphysics, theory of science, history of science, ethics and political philosophy. You will practise your ability to think critically, to analyse arguments and to understand problems in a larger context.
You will be introduced to subjects such as logics, theory of knowledge, metaphysics, theory of science, history of science, ethics and political philosophy.
You will practise your ability to think critically, to analyse arguments and to understand problems in a larger context.
Name: Philosophy
Duration: 2 years
European transfer credits: 120 ECTS
Language: English
Philosophy is about the apprehension of reality and the fundamental conditions of the way people obtain knowledge and the way they act.
You will practise your ability to think critically, to analyse arguments and to understand problems in a larger context. The basis of your analysis comes from both ancient and modern history of philosophy and from the present trends of modern philosophy.
Some of the areas covered are logics, theory of knowledge, metaphysics, theory of science, history of science, ethics and political philosophy.
Teaching varies between courses and project work together with other students. Students are encouraged to participate in class discussions.
In the final semester you will be writing your MA thesis.
Graduation from the masters degree programme confers the title Master of Arts (MA).
Entry Requirements
To be admitted to an MA programme, you must have a bachelor degree in a relevant subject.
In addition, documentation may be required verifying your proficiency in English is at a specified level.
Contact the educational institution you wish to apply to for detailed information on entry requirements and required English proficiency levels.
To find out how you can get your foreign certificate assessed for recognition here in Denmark, see the Danish Agency for International Education .
Admission
The application deadline for MA programmes varies according to the educational institution. Contact the individual institution for further information regarding its application deadline and forms.
Exchange students should contact their home institution for information on application procedures and deadlines.
Tuition
There is a tuition fee for all full-time degree students, unless you are a student from a Nordic or EU country, or from Liechtenstein.
Students within an exchange programme are not required to pay tuition.
Contact the individual institution for more specific information.
Semester Start
An academic year is made up of two semesters, which begin around September 1 and February 1.
Educational Institutions
You can study Philosophy in Copenhagen and Århus.
University of Copenhagen
At the University of Copenhagen Philosophy can be studied as a:
- 2-year MA degree programme (120 ECTS)
You also have the possibility to take single courses or subjects within the programme.
Read more about the programme at www.ku.dk .
For Further Information
You may find a list of courses taught in Danish at the Danish Ministry of Education website
You can find information on practical issues related to your study visit in Denmark with Danish Agency for International Education:
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