Program Overview
The Philosophy at Brandeis 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 United States 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
- Location: Waltham, United States, United States
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
- ["Close Supervision: Given that Brandeis does not have a competing doctoral program, master\'s students work closely with members of our esteemed philosophy faculty in small seminars and classes.", \'Reputation: The program ranks among the top philosophy programs in the country.\', "Breadth: Many Brandeis departments are complementary to the study of philosophy, including: American Studies, English, Near Eastern and Judaic Studies, and Women\'s and Gender Studies. These faculty regularly teach cross-listed courses with Philosophy, offering students a broader education.", \'Department Life: Our departmental colloquium series brings in speakers from major philosophy departments around the country, allowing students to participate in current philosophical debates.\', \'The Boston Community: The Boston area is a lively academic community with a large, exhilarating network of philosophy students and scholars, for which a listserv of philosophy-related colloquia, lectures, conferences, discussion groups, and other events is maintained by our department.\', "Mentoring and Career Counseling: Each master\'s student is assigned a philosophy faculty mentor who not only supervises his/her work, but helps plan the best route through the program and beyond."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An online application;
- An application fee (please click here for more information);
- Transcripts from all universities and colleges attended must be uploaded to your application; do not mail official transcripts to our office. For more information, visit our Frequently Asked Questions page;
- Three letters of recommendation, submitted online;
- A curriculum vitae (CV) or resum\xc3\xa9;
- A statement of purpose indicating your reasons for undertaking graduate study. In addition, please describe your qualifications for the philosophy program, your career objectives, and your relevant experience.
- A critical writing sample not to exceed 35 pages; the 35 page maximum may consist of a single paper or two shorter essays of approximately equal length;
- Graduate Record Exam (GRE) required. Our ETS institution code is 3092.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
Please contact the university for application deadline information.
About Brandeis University
Brandeis University
Waltham, United States
Brandeis University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
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