36 Master's degrees in Philosophy in Canada

The Philosophy Department at McGill University offers assistance to students in every aspect of placement. Our Placement Officer counsels students about coursework and areas of competence, helps to establish evidence of teaching ability, administers the dossier for job applications, and provides advice and follow-up in the interview process. 

The Master's in Philosophy at the University of Regina offers a rigorous academic environment for advanced study. This public programme provides students with one-on-one mentorship from award-winning faculty. It is designed to deepen critical thinking and research skills through a flexible and supportive learning structure.

The Philosophy - Medieval and Renaissance Studies programme at the University of Ottawa is a Master of Arts degree delivered in a public study mode. This two-year course offers a multidisciplinary approach to historical research, combining core philosophical training with specialised medieval and renaissance expertise.

We offer a master degree in Philosophy at the Memorial University of Newfoundland. Memorial's Department of Philosophy offers a thriving intellectual community where students are invited to explore the nature and problems of human existence and human thought. 

The Philosophy programme at the University of Alberta offers a rigorous academic environment for advanced study. This public master degree focuses on developing critical analysis and logical reasoning skills. Students engage in high-level research over a standard duration, benefiting from a distinguished faculty and resources.

The MA Program in Philosophy at Saint Mary's University provides the opportunity to work closely with faculty members who (collectively) have expertise in a range of areas. 

The Social and Political Thought Master of Arts at Acadia University is a rigorous, two-year interdisciplinary programme. Delivered full-time and in-person, this unique degree integrates social theory, philosophy, and political ecology. Students engage in deep theoretical inquiry through a core colloquium and a final research thesis.

The Philosophy program of University of Guelph has a a broad range of research areas and a thriving community.

The Theological Studies programme at Concordia University Montréal is a 45-credit Master of Arts delivered full-time over two years. This degree explores the evolution of Christianity within a pluralistic society. Students engage in advanced research through interdisciplinary lenses, including history, philosophy, and languages.

This Philosophy MA course from Queen's University aims to provide students with both a strong, general education in philosophy and opportunities for advanced, independent research on topics of students' choosing.

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 Philosophy programme at Toronto Metropolitan University is an intensive Master of Arts delivered through full-time study. This innovative curriculum focuses on core philosophical areas, preparing students for doctoral research. It offers a vibrant academic environment in the heart of Toronto for aspiring scholars.

The M.A. in Philosophy at the University of British Columbia offers advanced training in fundamental inquiry. This two-year programme provides flexible thesis or coursework routes for full-time study. Students develop expert research skills and engage with world-leading faculty at the Vancouver campus in a supportive environment.

The Philosophy M.A. at Western University - Canada is a full-time, one-year programme designed for deep academic inquiry. This public study mode course lasts three terms and requires students to complete six modules alongside a major research project, providing a robust foundation in diverse philosophical traditions.

The Philosophy program at Brock University is the only program in Canada where students may study Eastern philosophy and contemporary continental thought. 

The MA in Philosophy at the University of Windsor focuses on studies in social and political critique, broadly construed, and in reasoning and argumentation.