Program Overview
The Philosophy at Stony Brook 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 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 22,210 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New York City, 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
- Feminist Theories
- Theories of Race
- Intersections of Race, Ethnicity, and Gender
- Core Course in Philosophy and the Arts: History of Aesthetic Theory
- Ancient Philosophy
- Modern Philosophy
- Contemporary Moral Issues
- Philosophy of Education
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Admission Requirements:
- A bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with a major in Philosophy;
- Some knowledge of the history of philosophy and of contemporary modes of thought is highly desirable; deficiencies in these areas may require the student to undertake special work;
- One official transcript of undergraduate record and of any work completed at the graduate level;
- Letters of recommendation from three previous or current instructors;
- Submission of a philosophical essay (which may be a paper written for a previous course);
- Graduate Record Examination (GRE) General Test scores and TOEFL scores for applicants whose native language is not English;
- Acceptance by both the Department of Philosophy and the Graduate School.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 22,210 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 22,210 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,870 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Stony Brook 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 Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, United States
Stony Brook 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 2015-02-18
- Start Date 2018-08-29
- Language English
- Duration 24 months