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Philosophy (MA)

Brock University

St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada•QS 2027 #1201-1400

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At Brock University in St. Catharines, Canada, Philosophy (MA) is offered as a master's degree in Philosophy & Ethics programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 6,725 per semester (CAD 2,725 per semester for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Master's Degree
Field: Philosophy & Ethics
Local tuition: CAD 2,725 / semester
International tuition: CAD 6,725 / semester

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: brocku.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Master of Arts in Philosophy at Brock University is offered by the Faculty of Humanities and is noted as the only Canadian program where students may study Eastern philosophy alongside contemporary continental thought. Students specialize in Contemporary Continental Philosophy, Eastern Philosophy, or Comparative Philosophy, engaging with recent continental and Asian thought, comparative philosophy, and post-structural continental thinkers. The program can be completed through a Major Research Paper (MRP) stream of five terms or a thesis stream of six terms (two years), with a September start. Applicants must meet Brock's general graduate admission requirements, submitting transcripts, two academic references, a statement of intent concerning graduate study in philosophy at Brock, and a writing sample of no more than 20 pages related to the study of philosophy. The department also welcomes applicants with backgrounds in related humanities and social science disciplines who can demonstrate strong preparation for graduate-level philosophical research.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants must meet Brock University's general graduate admission requirements as outlined in the Graduate Academic Calendar. In addition to the online application and non-refundable application fee, applicants must submit transcripts from all previous post-secondary study, two academic references, a statement of intent concerning graduate study in philosophy at Brock, and a writing sample — related to the study of philosophy — of no more than 20 pages.

Application Details

Start Date: September

About Brock University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Suburban
Founded: 1964
Students: 19,000
QS rank: #1201-1400
Programs: 133
Location: St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Philosophy (MA) award?

Brock University awards a Master's Degree in the field of Philosophy & Ethics on completion of this programme.

How much does Philosophy (MA) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 6,725 per semester (CAD 2,725 per semester for local students).

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