Master Philosophie

Tuition costs 292 USD per year.

Université de Montpellier Paul-Valéry, in Montpellier Cedex 5, France, offers the Master Philosophie, a graduate program in philosophy that covers the systematic study of fundamental questions concerning knowledge, existence, ethics, logic, and the nature of reality. Students in this field typically work through the history of philosophy from antiquity to the present, alongside specialized study in areas such as metaphysics, epistemology, moral and political philosophy, philosophy of science, and logic. Seminars generally emphasize close reading of primary texts, the construction of philosophical arguments, and sustained written analysis, often in dialogue with contemporary debates in the discipline. Some students focus on a particular philosopher, period, or problem in depth as part of their research work. Career paths associated with philosophy degrees include doctoral study leading toward research and university teaching, secondary and higher education teaching more broadly, and roles in publishing, journalism, public administration, and policy work where rigorous analytical and writing skills are valued. Philosophy graduates also enter fields such as law, consulting, and cultural institutions, where the capacity for structured argument transfers well. This master's degree is delivered in French over two years, with the academic year starting in September. The yearly tuition is 250 EUR, consistent with fees at French public universities. Applicants typically need strong reading and writing skills in French, since instruction and coursework are conducted in that language throughout.