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    Philosophie (M.A.)

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    Frankfurt am Main, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman
    €381.28
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    120
    Credits

    Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Frankfurt am Main, DE. Tuition is €381.

    About the program

    The program deepens understanding of systematic and historical philosophical problems, enhances scientific working techniques, and enables independent philosophical work. It covers broad systematic philosophy, historical and contemporary issues, and allows individual focus areas for developing and defending personal positions.

    Focus: research

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    Post-study job seeker residence permit: up to 18 months in Germany (Aufenthaltserlaubnis zur Arbeitsplatzsuche), after which you apply for a residence permit for employment if you find a suitable job.

    $13,260.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt is €381 across 120 required credits.
    Is Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt online or in-person?
    Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt is offered in-person.
    How long does Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt take to complete?
    Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What work-permit options follow Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt?
    Post-completion work rights for Philosophie (M.A.) at Goethe University Frankfurt: Post-study job seeker residence permit: up to 18 months in Germany (Aufenthaltserlaubnis zur Arbeitsplatzsuche), after which you apply for a residence permit for employment if you find a suitable job.