WHAT WILL I LEARN?

The Master’s programme in philosophy brings students up to the latest developments in theoretical philosophy, practical philosophy, logic and philosophy of science. It also allows students to develop a specialisation within one of these areas.

WHICH CAREER OPPORTUNITIES DO I HAVE?

The  study  of  philosophy,  like  the  study  of  other  subjects,  such  as  mathematics or physics,  does  not  directly  lead  to  the  entry  into  a  specific  profession.  However the competence  in  argumentation,  judgment  formation  and  ethical  orientation  that are acquired during a study  at the master’s level are much in demand in the contemporary labour market. Graduates are mainly active in the following areas: scientific and cultural management, ethical and political consultation, business consulting, information technology, environmental protection, adult education, publication, media, libraries and archives. Recipients of master’s degrees who aspire to careers in academe may undertake doctoral studies in philosophy.

WHY SALZBURG?

The study of philosophy, like the study of other subjects, such as mathematics, history or physics, does not directly lead to the entry into a specific profession. An exact definition of the typical subsequent career of a graduate in philosophy is therefore not possible. However past experience and the present situation indicate that graduates are mainly active in the following areas: scientific and cultural management, ethical and political consultation, business consulting, information technology, environmental protection, adult education, publication, media, libraries and archives. Recipients of Master’s degrees who aspire to careers in academe may undertake doctoral studies in philosophy.

• Curriculum Philosophie MA