Philosophy

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 2.06 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 17.1 k / Year(s)  
70 place StudyQA ranking:3860 Duration:24 months

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The two-year programme in Philosophy is intended for students in a particular academic discipline, who are interested in the philosophical foundations and methodological aspects of that discipline.

The programme aims to give students a broad and deep knowledge of and insight into philosophy, a number of its branches, and their historical development. Additionally, the programme aims to give students advanced academic skills in the interpretation of texts, the analysis and solution of conceptual problems and the communication of ideas and viewpoints to specialist and general audiences. The Leiden Institute for Philosophy has strong international links with philosophy departments worldwide, resulting in an active programme of visiting scholars and lecturers. The Institute's research programme 'meets the highest international standards', according to the latest external research assessment of March 2006.

Programme internationalization: * Studying abroad is optional.
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This programme has a workload of 120 ECTS.


Specialities:
Philosophy of Humanities:

This specialisation offers the opportunity for study on the interface between the humanities and philosophy, with a focus on the relation between philosophical thought and European culture.

Philosophy of Law:

This specialisation focuses on law as an institution in modern societies. The programme is intended for students who are interested in the philosophical foundations and methodological aspects of law.

Philosophy of Medical Sciences:

As per September 1st 2014, this programme specialisation will be discontinued.

Philosophy of Natural Sciences:

This specialisation is aimed at students interested in the philosophical foundations and methodological aspects of natural sciences.

Philosophy of Psychology:

This specialisation focuses on key issues in the foundations of psychology and cognitive science.

Philosophy of Political Science:

This specialisation includes philosophical reflection on the foundations of the Political and Administrative Sciences as well as their application.

Knowledge minimumPrevious educationKnowledge minimum: See website for details. Previous education: BA degree in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline, or a BA degree combining philosophy and the chosen discipline. (see Additional language requirements: * IELTS overall band: 7 * TOEFL paper based: 570 * TOEFL computer based: 230 * TOEFL internet based: 100 English Language Requirements IELTS band: 7 TOEFL paper-based test score : 570 TOEFL iBT® test: 100

Scholarships / Grants:
Leiden University:For additional information: Website

Accreditation

Accredited by: NVAO in: The Netherlands

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