Are you a talented philosophy student, wishing to pursue an academic career in philosophy? The Research Master program in Groningen is your entrance key to the world of research in philosophy.

This Research Master's program has two unique attractive features:

Partial Funding as a TA

All students are given the opportunity to act as Teaching Assistants (TA) at the undergraduate courses offered by the Faculty, and receive a remuneration of around EUR 400 per month for their work as TA’s. This means that all students in the program are offered partial funding.

Fully Funded PhD positions

Every year, the three best students graduating from the program are offered fully funded PhD positions at the Faculty for a period of three years. Hence, the program offers ideal conditions for those wishing to pursue a research career in philosophy.

Special about our program

The program provides you with the opportunity to develop your research interests and skills in one of the leading Philosophy programs in continental Europe. Distinguishing aspects of this degree are its interdisciplinary approach and an emphasis on analytical skills.

The program consists of two years, including coursework, the writing of the thesis and of a research proposal. This proposal can later be used to apply for a PhD position. At the start of the degree you will choose a specialization in History of Philosophy, Practical Philosophy/Ethics or Theoretical Philosophy.

For the courses, you will focus on subjects within your chosen domain. You will get an overview of the central debates within this domain and learn to situate them in a wider context. In addition, you will learn to analyze complex arguments and to formulate your own views on philosophical problems and debates. The acquisition of key skills such as oral and written communication, critical analysis and independent philosophical research plays an important role throughout the program.

Interested?

Further inquiries should be sent to admissions-philosophy@rug.nl
we will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

More information on the curriculum of this Research Master

Please find more information on this program on the University of Groningen's master pages