Master of Arts - Philosophy

1 year: Duration

6,654 CAD: Price

Rolling admission: Start

Rolling admission: Deadline

Master: Degree

Campus: Format

St. John's / Canada: Location

Memorial University of Newfoundland: School

Program description

Memorial's Department of Philosophy provides a vibrant intellectual community in which students are encouraged to investigate the nature and difficulties of human existence and cognition. The Philosophy faculty's interests are diverse, with a special emphasis on the historical aspects of philosophy. There is considerable expertise in ethical and political philosophy, logic, metaphysics, and epistemology, as well as philosophy of science, philosophy of religion, philosophy of mind, phenomenology, existentialism, aesthetics, and hermeneutics.

The Department supports student engagement in regular discussion groups and colloquia. Recent international speakers include Richard Rorty (University of Virginia), Jane Heal (Cambridge), Günter Wohlfart (Wuppertal), Carl Hausman (Pennsylvania State), Th. C. W. Oudemans (Leiden), Daniel Dennett (TUFTS), Gunther Mensching (Hannover), Guy Debrock (Nijmegen), and Roland Faber (Vienna).

The MA programme in Philosophy places a heavy emphasis on writing. The curriculum is planned to be completed in one academic year (three semesters) of full-time study. The curriculum can also be completed part-time.

Program structure

Graduate Research Seminar
Seminar in Ancient and Medieval Philosophy
Seminar in Modern Philosophy
Seminar in Contemporary Philosophy
Seminar in Metaphysics
Seminar in Epistemology
Seminar in Social and Political Philosophy
Seminar in Special Topics
Seminar in Selected Philosophical Texts
Seminar in Current Issues in Philosophy

Price

Tuition — 6,654 CAD

OTHER FEES (REQUIRED) amounts listed are for two semesters

Student Services Fee — 100 CAD
Students' Union — 140 CAD
Recreation Fee — 138 CAD
Health Insurance — 523 CAD

Requirements for applicants

Bachelor's degree (first class) in Philosophy or a closely related field

Applicants who did not complete a baccalaureate or post-graduate degree at a recognized university where English is the primary language of instruction must normally complete either the:

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and achieve a paper-based score of 580 (or higher), computer-based score of 237 (or higher), or internet-based score of 92-93 (or higher); or
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) and achieve a score of 7 (or higher).

About the university

Memorial University has a unique responsibility to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador as the only university in the province. Memorial University was founded as a tribute to the Newfoundlanders who gave their lives in military duty during globe War I and later conflicts. We take inspiration from their efforts to create a better future for our province, our country, and the globe.

Over 115 different nations are represented among Memorial University's 19000+ students. Programs range from the traditional to the cutting edge, and can be found at any of Memorial's five locations or online. Memorial University's worldwide network of nearly 100,000 successful alums enhances the institution's capacity and reputation for leadership in research, teaching, and public engagement. Learn more about Memorial University in this quick read.

Vision, Mission

Vision — Memorial University will rise to prominence as one of Canada's and the world's top public institutions of higher learning, and it will honor its commitment to serving the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Mission — When it comes to education, research, scholarship, creative activity, service, and public engagement, Memorial University is committed to being at the forefront of innovation and excellence. International students and scholars are welcomed and supported at Memorial, and the institution's contributions of knowledge and experience are valued on all levels of society.

Campuses

More than 19,400 students and 3,800 teachers and staff from more than 115 countries study, teach, conduct research, create, and participate in activities at our campuses and other locations. You can attend classes at one of Memorial University's several campuses in Newfoundland and Labrador or anywhere in the world; we also offer 475 courses online.