MA in Philosophy

Online Open University Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

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FindAMasters summary

The MA in Philosophy is a captivating programme that will sharpen your critical thinking, writing, and research skills. Delve into the works of influential philosophers like Plato, Nietzsche, Foucault, and Arendt, while exploring contemporary debates on topics such as environmental aesthetics, consciousness, and global justice. The course offers a broad range of modules, allowing you to tailor your studies to your interests. With a strong emphasis on transferable skills, including communication and problem-solving, this qualification equips you for success in various career paths. Whether you're pursuing further study or seeking employment, the MA in Philosophy is a valuable asset.

About the course

Studying this MA in Philosophy will hone your ability to think clearly and logically, and develop your writing, research and analytical skills. You'll study texts from different periods and philosophical perspectives, including works by Plato, Friedrich Nietzsche, Michel Foucault and Hannah Arendt; and you'll investigate contemporary debates on environmental aesthetics, consciousness, global justice, emotion, and morality in politics. Finally, you'll undertake a substantial piece of independent research, writing a dissertation on a topic of your

Entry Requirements

You must hold a UK honours degree (or equivalent), in philosophy or a related subject. If you've got a degree conferred without honours, or that does not contain at least 20% philosophy related subjects, or with relevant experience in this field, you may still be eligible to study this qualification, subject to adjudication by the qualification team.

Fees

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Where will I study?

Open University

More than 90,000 people have studied towards a postgraduate qualification with us. We offer a wide range of flexible postgraduate courses which allow you to fit your study around work and life commitments and also carry real weight with employers.