Overview

Philosophy is an ancient discipline. It pursues systematic rational inquiry into human experience and the broader world. Its main subfields include: ethics, the study of what to do and how to live; metaphysics, the study of the nature of the world; and epistemology, the study of knowledge and understanding of the world.

Key Facts

The history of philosophy is also an important subfield. Philosophy pursues its questions with a variety of methods. These have at their core commitment to precise, clear, and careful explanation, argument, and analysis; to the refusal of dogmatism; to ongoing openness to criticism; and to the production of a systematic and accurate view of both ourselves and the world in which we live. The serious study of philosophy broadens intellectual horizons.

Thesis Option. This MA in Philosophy from University of Tennessee Knoxville includes a substantial independent research project that is conducted with guidance and supervision by a committee of faculty. The option is open to all philosophy MA students, and is especially recommended for those who intend to go on to pursue a PhD in philosophy.
Course Only with Comprehensive Exam Option. This option is open to all philosophy MA students, but it is not recommended for those who intend to go on to pursue a PhD in philosophy. It is suitable for those seeking a broad philosophical education, without ambition to become an academic researcher.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Elementary Formal Logic

Ethical Theory

History of Ancient Western Philosophy

History of Seventeenth and Eighteenth Century Philosophy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

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Credits

30 SCH

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On Campus

Campus Location

Knoxville, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

Completed Online Graduate Application.
One unofficial transcript (official transcripts required after being admitted) from all colleges and universities attended, except The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
Resume or CV, per instructions provided as part of the Graduate School application process.
A writing sample of approximately 4000-6000 words, per instructions provided as part of the Graduate School application process.

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32208 USD / year

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13720 USD / year

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885 - 1454 USD / month

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