Overview

You will learn to critically engage with complex philosophical texts, identify and articulate pressing philosophical problems, and develop well-structured arguments in response. You will conduct independent research, collaborate with peers, and present your ideas clearly to both expert and general audiences. Throughout the program, you will gain the ability to apply philosophical insights to societal challenges, connect your specialization to broader philosophical traditions, and reflect on the role of philosophy in contemporary culture and practice.

Future career opportunities

Graduates of the Master’s specialisation in Philosophy, Politics and Society have a wide range of options. Our aim is to train you for a career in journalism, politics, government, consultancy or education by giving you the skills to research and write independently. You do not just write academic papers, but actively train the skills required for a career in consultancy.

Dutch students who would like to become a teacher within the Netherlands, could continue to attain the academic teacher’s degree (Lerarenopleiding Mens- en Maatschappijwetenschappen), offered by the Radboud Teaching Academy.

Labour market information in the Netherlands Studiekeuze123*

Of the graduates in the Master’s programme in Philosophy, 47% found a job within their field. The gross starting salary based on 32 hours a week is €2,350. (Source: www.studiekeuze123.nl, 2021)

Accreditation

This programme is accredited by the NVAO (the Dutch-Flemish accreditation organisation).

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Programme Structure

The Master's specialisation in Philosophy, Politics and Society is run by the department of Ethics and Social and Political Philosophy. It has a course load of 60 ECTS and takes one year.

Internship

An internship offers you the opportunity to gain valuable practical experience, expand your professional network, and gain a clearer understanding of your own skills and interests. It bridges the gap between studying and working and serves as an excellent stepping stone to your future career.

This program offers the option of either a master's seminar of your choice or an internship. Students in this program have previously found successful internships in fields such as journalism, governmental organisations, scientific agencies, and educational or cultural institutions.

Study abroad

During your Master’s programme, you will have the opportunity to go abroad for your studies, internship and/or thesis.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-07-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-11-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

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September intake:

31 January: non-EU/EEA applying for a scholarship
1 April: non-EU/EEA (with housing support)
1 May: EU/EEA (with housing support) to 1 July

Language

English

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100

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nijmegen, Netherlands

Disciplines

Philosophy Political Science View 46 other Masters in Philosophy in Netherlands

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

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100

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to this programme, you must have a relevant degree, being one of the following:

A completed Bachelor's degree in PPS;
A completed Bachelor's degree in Philosophy;

A completed pre-masters in Philosophy;

In order to take part in this program, you need to have fluency in both written and spoken English. Non-native speakers of English* without a Dutch Bachelor's degree or VWO diploma need one of the following:

Language tests and scores

TOEFL IBT

Minimum score: 100

Subscores: 22

IELTS Academic

Minimum score: 7.0

Subscores: 6.5

Cambridge C1 Advanced

Minimum score: 185

Subscores: 176

Cambridge C2 proficiency

Minimum score: 185

Subscores: 176

Pearson PTE Academic

Minimum score: 67

Minimum subscore: 61

LanguageCert Academic

Minimum score: 75

Minimum subscore listening: 65, reading: 65, writing: 70, speaking: 75

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

18757 EUR / year

≈ 18757 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2771 EUR / year

≈ 2771 EUR / year

Additional Details

Statutory tuition fee €2,771.00 per year
Institutional tuition fee EU/EEA €13,811.00 per year
Institutional tuition fee non-EU/EEA €18,757.00 per year

Living costs

Nijmegen

Netherlands

800 - 1000 EUR / month

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

Funding

Radboud Scholarship Programme

The Radboud Scholarship Programme offers talented, highly motivated, non-EU/EEA students with outstanding study results the opportunity to be awarded a partial scholarship for an English-taught Master’s programme.

NL Scholarship (for prospective students)

The NL Scholarship (formerly known as Holland Scholarship) is a partial scholarship for non-EU/EEA students who want to do their Master’s in the Netherlands.

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