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Master thesis in philosophy

  • Number of credits 30 credits
  • Level Master’s level
  • Study form Web-based (online)
  • Starting Autumn Term 2024

Admitted to the course

Here you will find everything you need to know before the course starts.

About the course

The course is intended to be read during the fourth semester of second cycle studies in philosophy and consists in writing a 30 credits thesis in philosophy under supervision. The topic for the thesis is proposed by the student but must be approved by the course coordinator and the supervisor. The course constitutes the degree project for a two-year master's degree in philosophy. The teaching language is English.

Application and eligibility

Master thesis in philosophy, 30 credits

Det finns inga tidigare terminer för kursen Autumn Term 2024 Visa tillfällen för efterkommande termin

Starts

2 September 2024

Ends

8 June 2025

Study location

Varied

Language

English

Type of studies

Mixed, 50%, Distance

Number of mandatory meetings

No mandatory meetings.

Number of other meetings

None

Outline for distance course

For the course, a computer (Windows 10 or later or macOS), stable internet and a headset and webcam are recommended. The possibilities of using the learning platform Canvas via mobile or tablet/iPad are limited. As a browser, Chrome or Firefox is recommended.

Required Knowledge

1. 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) 90 ECTS credits in philosophy (or equivalent), including a completed course Philosophy C, 30 credits (or equivalent); 2. 30 ECTS credits of second cycle studies in philosophy (or equivalent); 3. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6. Prior studies comprising 60 ECTS credits of second cycle studies in philosophy are recommended.

Entry requirements

Selection

Academic credits

Application code

UMU-17010

Application

Application deadline was 15 April 2024. The application period is closed.

Application and tuition fees

As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.

Application fee

SEK 900

Tuition fee, first instalment

SEK 46,500

Total fee

SEK 46,500

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Contactperson for the course is:
Study advisor for Philosophy