Study philosophy in 240 best institutions in Europe and other countries abroad: 2024 study fees, rankings

Studying philosophy abroad prepares graduates for future leadership positions in business, politics, and academia. Specialists with a degree in philosophy and additional qualifications have a competitive advantage in the labor market: if in Russia philosophy classes are perceived as purely academic, then philosophical education abroad is a confirmation of a developed intellect, strong thinking abilities and problem-solving skills of a high level of generalization. Complex economic, environmental, ethical and social problems faced by leaders in various fields require generalists - researchers, politicians, professionals who are able to explore problems from several points of view, constructively combine different approaches, take into account the broad social, historical context of problems. The subject of study of philosophy is the foundations of logic, philosophical methodology, fundamental issues of epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, political philosophy, philosophy of mind. The skills of solving such issues allow future specialists to acquire deep universal skills and master a wide range of approaches to solving various problems.

The training of future philosophers begins at the stage of pre-university training within the framework of the A-Level, International Baccalaureate, Foundation programs. High school students choose subjects for study related to philosophy - logic, mathematics, history, sociology. Prestigious universities with the study of philosophy offer bachelor's, master's and doctoral courses. For those who want to get additional education and expand the scope of their competencies, academic courses in philosophy are available: these can be seminars focused on discussing one problem or a general course for beginners.

Graduates of philosophical faculties of foreign universities are in demand in the global labor market, the percentage of employment among them is high.

Studying philosophy in foreign universities is based on the development of advanced studies of cognitive science, the history of philosophical teachings, philosophical traditions of different countries, moral philosophy, ethics, empirical research in psychology, linguistics, artificial intelligence, robotics, human-computer interaction. One of the objects of study is the process of thinking as built-in, interacting, inextricably linked with the physical, biological and social environment in which they develop and act.

Programs with the study of philosophy abroad provide foreign students with preparation  necessary for conducting reserch in the field of cognitive science, advancement in academic philosophy, as well as general skills to expand analytical, critical, interpretive abilities, which can effectively solve problems in the business sphere, finance , jurisprudence, anthropology, sociology.

• Great Britain
• USA
• Germany
• Canada
• Italy
• Australia
• China
• Ireland
• Netherlands
• The Czech Republic.

A degree in philosophy offers the graduate many opportunities, regardless of whether he decides to continue his scientific development, start a career in the world of business, politics or do something else. Philosophical education will provide interdisciplinary knowledge, skills necessary for successful employment. Many graduates of philosophical universities begin their careers in such areas as:

• Control
• Politics
• Consulting
• Non-governmental organizations, funds
• Charity
• Banking, finance
• Jurisprudence
• Science, teaching.

Studying philosophy in foreign schools is carried out as part of an in-depth history course, special courses and seminars for small groups. Programs provide in-depth knowledge in selected subjects:

• Politics
• Philosophy
• Economy
• Business
• Maths
• Logics
• Sociology.

Philosophical education in foreign universities is organized according to the traditional system, which involves the development of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs. Students study key philosophical issues, choose the field of in-depth study, and conduct their own scientific research. Students are addressed by experts in related fields, scientists and teachers, whose own advanced research contributes to the content of the courses, including in the context of the latest academic achievements.

• Undergraduate philosophy requires development of a set of critical, creative and informed thinking skills, a deeper understanding of the nature of the human mind, language, morality, politics, art, science, logic. Programs include a number of modules focused on studying the works of individual philosophers, specific sections, such as metaphysics, moral philosophy, environmental ethics.
• A master's degree in philosophy is designed to prepare promising students for a career as philosophers and teachers of philosophy. To this end, the program provides broad general preparation, an opportunity for specialized studies in the main areas of philosophical research, as well as the experience of teaching in undergraduate studies. Students adhere to an individual learning plan that meets their goals, interests. In the standard program, the first four semesters of a Master's program are devoted to formal term paper, independent studies. Having successfully passed the exam, the student proceeds to write a Master's thesis.
• Doctoral studies in philosophy include the study of concepts, analytical tools needed by a scientist, as well as teaching. The duration of doctoral studies is from 4 to 8 years. Career options include management level positions in industry or government, as well as academic positions.

Academic courses, workshops on philosophy in foreign universities introduce students to a number of classical and modern philosophical topics and concepts. The field of study includes the essence of knowledge and reality, ethics, the nature of the mind, the philosophy of logic and language, the study of key philosophers such as Kant, Hegel. The student learns new skills, gets acquainted with the world of systems thinking or deepens knowledge on individual problems. Discussions, class discussions allow students to develop an ability to analyze, reason, and form their own judgments. As part of the courses, students research, evaluate and present a small scientific research on the problem of interest to them.

Approximate requirements for applicants to faculties with in-depth study of philosophy are the same. Applicants send an application to the university about a year before the start of a program and attach to it:

• CV, curriculum vitae ( in English )
• A document confirming the completed secondary education (if the student enters a Bachelor's degree), or confirmation of the existing Bachelor's, Master's degree
• Transcript of Grades and Academic Results
• TOEFL / IELTS Certificate
• A short (in English) essay on a topic related to the field of future study (length - 4000-5000 characters, including spaces).

Applicants to the doctoral program must be provided with:

• Letter of intent
• Financing Plan, Financial Profile
• Sketch of a research project from 200 to 500 words
• Two letters of recommendation.