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Saarland University

Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.) in Philosophy

Original title: Philosophie (M.A.)

German / English4 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlySaarland

The Master's program in Philosophy at Saarland University offers an analytical-systematic education with interdisciplinary and international perspectives, taught in German and English.

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Overview

Why this program?

International-student friendly
English-friendly instruction
No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Humanities
Master of Arts (M.A.) in Philosophy

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Those aiming for academic careers, cultural sector roles, or advanced research with a strong foundation in philosophy.

Career outcomes

  • Academic Research
  • Teaching and Education
  • Cultural Institutions
  • Publishing and Media
  • Consulting and Advisory Roles

Skills you will learn

  • Analytical thinking and systematic philosophy
  • Interdisciplinary research methods
  • Academic writing and communication
  • Language proficiency in philosophical texts
  • Critical reasoning and argumentation

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent in Philosophy or related field or with appropriate prior knowledge; special aptitude usually demonstrated by outstanding achievements and an interview; English language proficiency at B2 level (GER); knowledge of an additional language relevant to philosophy (e.g., Ancient Greek, Latin, French); possible to make up missing prior knowledge during elective periods
DeadlineAugust 31 (Winter semester); End of February (Summer semester); July 15 (Winter semester, international applicants without recognized German proficiency); January 15 (Summer semester, international applicants without recognized German proficiency)
LanguageGerman / English
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesNo tuition fees; current semester fee required
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Academic Research
Teaching and Education
Cultural Institutions
Publishing and Media
Consulting and Advisory Roles

University

Saarland University

Saarland University is located in Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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