Overview

Philosophy of Science from Leibniz University Hannover aims to provide students with the ability to participate in critical reflection on the sciences.

The Master's Programme offers courses in core areas of contemporary philosophy, including metaphysics, epistemology, and philosophy of mind and moral and political philosophy. There is particular focus on the philosophy and ethics of science.

Quick Facts:

The degree programme offers participants targeted specializations in different areas of philosophy of science, ethics and political philosophy as well as epistemology and metaphysics. In addition, philosophical core competencies (e.g., research and presentation skills) are also taught, and students are introduced to cutting-edge research topics.

Comprehensive research-oriented training for philosophers
Focus on ethics and epistemology of the natural sciences, life sciences, humanities and social sciences

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ethics and Philosophy of Science

History and the Philosophy of Human Sciences

Philosophy of the Life Sciences

Philosophy of the Physical Sciences

Metaphysics, Epistemology, Mind

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-04-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2025-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hannover, Germany

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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PTE Academic

59

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate degree in a related field of study, such as:

Philosophy as subject in the Interdisciplinary Bachelor’s Degree Programme (Bachelor of Arts)
Or a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification at a German university or a foreign university belonging to the Bologna signatory states in philosophy or in another relevant undergraduate degree, or in an academic discipline relevant for the Master’s degree programme Philosophy of Science (including physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy, mathematics, political science, sociology, psychology, historiography or economics).
The selection committee shall decide whether a degree programme or related academic discipline is suitable; the decision may be accompanied by the condition that missing modules or courses must be completed within two semesters.

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

858 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 429 EUR per semester during 24 months.
EU/EEA

858 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 429 EUR per semester during 24 months.

All students are required to pay a semester fee every semester: €428.75.

Living costs for Hannover

740 - 1117 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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