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Philosophical Ethics (Research)

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Tuition EUR 9,432 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Apr, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Nijmegen, Netherlands
Language English

Program Overview

The Philosophical Ethics (Research) at Radboud University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, 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 Philosophical Ethics (Research) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Netherlands and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: EUR 9,432 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Nijmegen, Netherlands

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Philosophical Ethics (Research) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. History of Philosophy 1
  2. History of Philosophy 2
  3. Philosophical Anthropology
  4. Metaphysics
  5. Philosophy of Mind and Language 1
  6. Philosophy of Mind and Language2
  7. Social and Political Philosophy

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Admission requirements for students with a Dutch university Bachelor’s diploma
  • A completed Bachelor\'s degree in Philosophy or in a related discipline (in the latter case, students must have acquired at least 60 EC in Philosophical disciplines). The applicant must have a degree with merit or distinction or equivalent. Meaning: a student’s weighted grade-point average in philosophy in the 2nd and 3rd year of their Bachelor\'s programme must be the equivalent of 7.5 or more (on the Dutch scale of 10).
  • A proficiency in EnglishStudents in possession of a Dutch Bachelor’s degree must take an Oxford Placement test. Their overall score must correspond to the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
  • Highly motivatedAn applicant must be able to demonstrate to the Examination Board that they have serious research interests and skills. Applicant must write a motivation letter and send a writing sample which can help evaluate their research and writing skills.
    • Admission requirements for international students
  • A completed Bachelor\'s degree in Philosophy or in a related discipline (in the latter case, students must have acquired at least 60 EC in Philosophical disciplines). The applicant must have a degree with merit or distinction or equivalent. Meaning: a student’s weighted grade-point average in philosophy in the 2nd and 3rd year of their Bachelor\'s programme must be the equivalent of 7.5 or more (on the Dutch scale of 10).
    On the page "Conversions of international grades" you will find an indication of what the equivalent of a Dutch 7.5 or 8 might be in the country where you obtained your Bachelor’s degree.
  • A proficiency in EnglishIn order to take part in this programme, you need to have fluency in both written and spoken English.

    • English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    EUR 9,432 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

    Tuition fees: EUR 9,432 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 2,006 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

    IELTS requirement: 6.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact Radboud 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 Radboud University

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    Radboud University

    Nijmegen, Netherlands

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    Application Information
    • Application Deadline Apr, 2027
    • Start Date Feb, 2027
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months
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