Master course in philosophy

Education facts

Code: 1FL114

The course provides in-depth knowledge of philosophy and is intended to be read during the first semester of the second year of second cycle studies in philosophy. It consists of four advanced sub-courses of 7.5 credits each. The topics of the sub-courses can vary from semester to semester. In exceptional cases, a sub-course may consist of an individual literature course. The teaching language is English. The course is indented as a part of a two-year master's degree in philosophy. For students studying the course on campus, internet-based sub-courses can be included.

Entry requirements

Either (a) a bachelor's degree or equivalent first-cycle qualification comprising at least 180 ECTS, of which 60 ECTS credits are in philosophy (or an equivalent subject, such as practical or theoretical philosophy), or (b) 82,5 ECTS credits in philosophy (or equivalent), of which at least 15 ECTS credits consists of a bachelor's thesis in philosophy (or equivalent). In addition, proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English 6/level 2 is required.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Master course in philosophy

  Umeå University

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 50 %