Program Overview
The Philosophy at De La Salle University is a MA programme in Humanities, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Philosophy programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Philippines and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 35 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 35 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Manila, Philippines
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Philosophy programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Analytic Philosophy
- Continental Philosophy
- Hermeneutics
- Advanced Symbolic Logic
- Ethics
- Feminist Philosophy
- Advanced Metaphysics
- Advanced Epistemology
- Social and Political Philosophy
- Philosophy of History
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- For the M.A. in Philosophy Program, the applicant must have a bachelor\'s degree in philosophy or in any other field. If the latter, the applicant, in his/her first term of enrollment, will be required to enroll in one or two refresher courses to be determined by the Graduate Program Coordinator or the Chair of the Philosophy Department.
- A letter of application and two letters of recommendation from former professors or present employers.
- Passing a qualifying examination.
- An interview with the Graduate Program Coordinator or the Chair of the Philosophy Department.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 35 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 35 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 35 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 35 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact De La Salle University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About De La Salle University
De La Salle University
Manila, Philippines
De La Salle University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2026-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-11
- Language English