252 Part-time Master's degrees in Philosophy

This Philosophy MA programme from The Open University UK 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.

Temple University’s Department of Philosophy has strengths in several areas of philosophical study. The department has a rich history and continuing presence in the field of aesthetics as Monroe Beardsley and John Fisher were in the department for many years. 

By providing foundations in classical principles and pedagogy, the Classical Education program from University of Dallas aspires to form educators as master teachers.

With a Master of Science in Organizational Leadership (MSOL) at Mercy College New York, you'll be ready for this ever-changing world.

This degree at King's College London offers students a broad range of topics covering everything from pre-Socrates to the present day – Philosophy without any gaps. 

The Faculty of Humanities offers a Master of Arts in Philosophy at University of Johannesburg. Join us and expand your career! 

The Master in School Counseling from New York Institute of Technology prepares you to help shape the lives of tomorrow’s students by becoming a proactive and responsive school counselor. 

This Philosophy and Theology M.Phil program from The University of Notre Dame Australia will give you opportunities to formulate substantial elements of your planned research and develop your critical analysis and scholarly writing competencies.

Join the Philosophy MA at the University of Warwick, ranked 1st in the UK last year for quality of research, and 4th overall. With research strengths across all main areas of Philosophy, you will discover an unusually broad and extensive range of modules for Master's level study.

The MA in Philosophy from The New School is a 30 credit program providing students with advanced training in the history of philosophy and in central areas of current philosophical inquiry. The program offers an optional specialized minor in Psychoanalysis.

Within the Philosophy MA programme at the University of Leeds you'll study the key debates, trends and approaches in different areas of philosophy whilst improving your skills in research and critical analysis.

The Philosophy degree (Philosophy) at Birkbeck, University of London, is a comprehensive programme available in full-time or part-time formats. This postgraduate course, commencing in October 2026, offers students a unique opportunity to delve into philosophical studies, enhancing their critical thinking and analytical skills.

The Pastoral Studies programme at the University of Otago is a versatile minor designed for undergraduate students. This course explores ministry, mission, and theological care through diverse cultural lenses. Available for full-time or part-time study, it integrates Māori and Pacific perspectives into contemporary faith practices.

Develop the knowledge, skills, tools, and experience you need to make effective changes in education, work, social movements, science, or the arts through this Critical and Creative Thinking program from University of Massachusetts Boston.

The Philosophy programme at the University of Toronto offers a comprehensive master level education. This public study mode course provides students with rigorous academic training in various philosophical traditions. Designed for completion over a standard duration, it prepares graduates for advanced research or professional roles.

The University of Sheffield offers a Philosophy MA, a postgraduate degree designed to deepen your understanding of philosophical concepts and enhance research skills. This programme can be pursued full-time or part-time over a duration of one year or two years, commencing in September 2026.

A Master of Philosophy at the Queensland University of Technology is a great option if you are interested in building your research skills while setting yourself up for the opportunity to advance to a PhD.

The Social Foundations and Community Education M.A. at Eastern Michigan University is a public programme designed for those interested in social justice and democratic education. This degree type focuses on the political and ethical dimensions of schooling, offering flexible study options for diverse professional goals.

One of the few Masters-level programmes in the country to specialise in the 'European' tradition in philosophy, this MA European Philosophy course at Royal Holloway University of London  draws on our department's core research and teaching strengths in 19th and 20th-century French and German thought, and Continental political philosophy. 

The Philosophy, Politics and Economics programme at the University of Otago is a comprehensive interdisciplinary degree. Available through various study modes, this flexible course combines analytical philosophy, political insight, and economic methodology to prepare students for impactful global careers.