The programme consists of two years of full-time studies (120 credits) and is offered on campus in Umeå. Students who wish to further strengthen their philosophical competence can complete the programme and thereby be well-prepared for continued studies in philosophy at the doctoral level, as well as for other qualified tasks that require significant analytical abilities, critical reflection, and argumentation. The programme is offered in English.
The programme includes courses (90 credits) and a thesis (30 credits). Students can choose free courses, up to 15 credits, in another subject. The coursework consists of advanced-level philosophy courses. This may include international courses at the advanced level in accordance with Umeå University's and the department's exchange arrangements, as well as national courses at the advanced level.
Students may choose to end the programme after one year of full-time study with a one-year master's degree (60 credits). Students who choose to do so take courses (45 credits) and write a thesis (15 credits). They can take up to 15 credits of free courses as part of the programme. The coursework consists of advanced-level philosophy courses. This may include international courses at the advanced level in accordance with Umeå University's and the department's exchange arrangements, as well as national courses at the advanced level.
The programme is offered on campus in Umeå. Sub-courses may in some cases be coordinated with online students and include online teaching.
Students who have completed the programme will be well-prepared for continued studies in philosophy at the doctoral level, as well as for other qualified tasks that require significant analytical abilities, critical reflection, and argumentation.
Degree
After completing the study programme, a student who has applied for a degree certificate can obtain a Philosophy Degree of Master of Arts (120 credits) according to the local qualification descriptor established by the Vice-Chancellor (see Umeå University's website). The Swedish translation of Degree of Master of Arts (120 credits) is Filosofie masterexamen. The degree is awarded in the main field of Philosophy.
A student who chooses to only complete the programme's first two semesters can obtain a Philosophy Degree of Master of Arts (60 credits) according to the local qualification descriptor established by the Vice-Chancellor (see Umeå University's website). The Swedish translation of Degree of Master of Arts (60 credits) is Filosofie magisterexamen. The degree is awarded in the main field of Philosophy.
Application and eligibility
Philosophy, Master's Programme, 120 credits
Autumn Term 2025
International admission round
Programme starts
Autumn Term 2025
Type of studies
100%, Daytime
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Number of places
15
Eligibility
A degree in Philosophy at the bachelor's level consisting of at least 180 credits, or equivalent degree. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6. Alternatively, a degree at the bachelor's level consisting of at least 180 credits, or equivalent degree, including a degree thesis at the bachelor's level of at least 7,5 credits and 60 credits of courses in Philosophy of which 30 credits continuation courses (corresponding to G1F). Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6.
Entry requirements
Selection
Academic credits
Application code
UMU-M8052
Application
Online applications are now open. You will be transferred to Universityadmissions.se.
Application deadline is
15 January 2025. How to apply
As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
A degree in Philosophy at the bachelor's level consisting of at least 180 credits, or equivalent degree. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6. Alternatively, a degree at the bachelor's level consisting of at least 180 credits, or equivalent degree, including a degree thesis at the bachelor's level of at least 7,5 credits and 60 credits of courses in Philosophy of which 30 credits continuation courses (corresponding to G1F). Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6.
Entry requirements
Selection
Academic credits
Application code
UMU-P8052
Application
The online application opens 17 March 2025 at 09:00 CET.
Application deadline is
15 April 2025. How to apply
Application and tuition fees
As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
