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 2026-10-14 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
Starting 2027-04-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

5.5

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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.

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72

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59

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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.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

870 EUR / year

≈ 870 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

870 EUR / year

≈ 870 EUR / year

Additional Details

All students are required to pay a semester fee every semester: €434.91

Living costs

Hannover

Germany

740 - 1117 EUR / month

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

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