Overview

The Philosophy programme at is concluded with a thesis on a topic of your choice.

The Master's programme in Philosophy at University of Groningen is offered both on a full-time and part-time basis.

Job prospects

After finishing the Master's degree, many philosophers find work as educators, journalists, editors and policy advisors, both in business and at governmental agencies.

It is also possible to become a researcher at the university or a private research institute.

Programme Structure

Programme options:

Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy

History of Philosophy

Theoretical Philosophy

Philosophy Beyond Academia

Audience oriented writing or Philosophical Interventions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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

Language

English

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Credits

60 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Groningen, Netherlands

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of English proficiency.

We expect a Bachelor's degree in philosophy or philosophy of a specific scientific discipline, or another Bachelor's degree which the admissions board considers to be equivalent.

Two reference letters. These letters should be written by instructors who know the student and who describe the student's past performance and academic promise.

Motivation letter: The student should explain why he or she wishes to take part in our programme, what he or she expects from the programme and what he or she wishes to achieve.

Copy of bachelor diploma or proof of enrolment including expected graduation date, Curriculum Vitae (CV), Writing sample: This can be the student's Bachelor thesis or a paper he or she has written for a philosophy course.

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

19200 EUR / year

≈ 19200 EUR / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

2601 EUR / year

≈ 2601 EUR / year

Living costs

Groningen

Netherlands

750 - 1000 EUR / month

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

Funding

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Key information

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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