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    Philosophy

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    Tilburg, NLMAIn-person1 year
    €18,900.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    57%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    40
    Cohort
    students
    60
    Credits

    Philosophy at Tilburg University is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Tilburg, NL. Tuition is €18,900.

    About the program

    Offers five specialization tracks: Ethics, Policy and Global Challenges; Philosophy of Data and Digital Society; Philosophy of Art and Culture; Philosophy of Mind and Psychology; and Ethics of Business and Organization. Covers philosophical perspectives on contemporary societal challenges including climate change, digitalization, art, mind, and organizations.

    Focus: coursework
    QS World University Rankings: 101-150 (Philosophy) | #1 in their field in the Netherlands Elsevier Beste Studies 2022 & Keuzegids Universiteiten 2023
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Oct 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min 90 (minimum subscores of 22 for Writing and 21 for Speaking)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min 6.5 (minimum subscore of 6.0 on the Writing and Speaking sections)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months Orientation Year (Netherlands)

    €14,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Philosophy at Tilburg University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Philosophy at Tilburg University is €18,900 across 60 required credits.
    Is Philosophy at Tilburg University online or in-person?
    Philosophy at Tilburg University is offered in-person.
    How long does Philosophy at Tilburg University take to complete?
    Philosophy at Tilburg University is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    How competitive is Philosophy at Tilburg University?
    Philosophy at Tilburg University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 57%.
    How large is the Philosophy at Tilburg University cohort?
    Philosophy at Tilburg University typically enrolls around 40 students per cohort.