MA/MS in Philosophie

Munich, Bavaria, Germany•QS 2027 #61

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MA/MS in Philosophie is a master's degree in Philosophy & Ethics programme taught at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München in Munich, Germany. The programme runs for 4 semesters, delivered on campus. It carries 120.0 credits (ECTS).

Also offered as: Bachelor's Degree

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Degree: Master's Degree

Field: Philosophy & Ethics

Duration: 4 semesters

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 120.0 (ECTS)

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Last checked November 2026 · Source: lmu.de ·

Program details

Overview

This consecutive, research-oriented master's programme in philosophy gives students wide freedom to choose and specialise. Depending on prior knowledge, they pick advanced courses and lectures that reflect current research. The offer spans theoretical philosophy, including epistemology, logic, metaphysics and philosophy of mind, as well as practical philosophy, covering ethics, political philosophy and social philosophy. A third strand deals with the history of philosophy. Tuition is in German, and entry is in the winter semester only. Admission runs through the subject's aptitude procedure.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Participation in the subject's aptitude procedure (Eignungsverfahren) within its published deadlines, followed by enrolment; some deadlines are early.

Application Details

Start Date: Wintersemester (October)

About Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1472

Students: 52,425

QS rank: #61

Programs: 259

Location: Munich, Bavaria, Germany

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does MA/MS in Philosophie award?

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München awards a Master's Degree in the field of Philosophy & Ethics on completion of this programme.

How long does MA/MS in Philosophie take?

The programme runs for 4 semesters.

Can MA/MS in Philosophie be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München.

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