History of Philosophy (Research)

Overview

Why study Master's History of Philosophy (Research)  programme at Radboud University

• Thanks to our large staff (7 professors plus a dozen of senior and junior research fellows), we offer a broad choice of courses, seminars and tutorials in the history of philosophy, covering all ages of the history of philosophy (and science).
• Our tenured staff, postdocs and doctoral students come from various countries and represent different philosophical currents, including analytic and continental approaches. You will therefore be working in a lively, international environment.
• As a Research Master’s student, you will be affiliated with the Centre for the History of Philosophy and Science, whose research has been top-ranked in the field in past national evaluations

Career prospects

Philosophy has a unique role within contemporary society. Unlike other academic disciplines, its subject matter is not limited to one set of questions, or one domain of investigation. 

Philosophers poke their noses into all aspects of science and society. In order to do this, they must possess two essential skills, namely the ability to analyse complex issues logically and conceptually and the ability to document their conclusions in clear and persuasive language. Such skills are not innate. They require intensive training. 

The research Master's programme in Philosophy constitutes the first professional step towards the acquisition of these skills.