Master of Arts (MA) Philosophy - University of Madras
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2 Years
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Post Graduate
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Arts
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2 Years
Post Graduate
Arts
The Master of Arts in Philosophy, or MA Philosophy, is a two-year postgraduate program that delves into both classical and modern philosophical schools of thought. It offers an in-depth exploration of reality, existence, and the fundamental nature of knowledge.
The curriculum of Master of Arts in Philosophy encompasses a wide range of topics, including Moral Philosophy, Theory of Knowledge and Reality, Logic and Language, Ethics, Religion, Philosophy of Mind, Western Metaphysics, Indian Epistemology, and more. Students engage in critical and systematic analysis, employing reasoned arguments to address general philosophical problems such as existence, truth, beauty, law, justice, validity, mind, and language.
To be eligible for this MA Philosophy program, candidates typically need a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution, with philosophy or a related subject as their major. Admissions are often based on entrance exams conducted by the institute or through evaluation of previous academic performance.
The average cost of the MA Philosophy program ranges from INR 7,000 to INR 100,000. Upon completion, graduates have opportunities in various sectors, including Publishing Houses, Divinity, Teaching, Insurance Industries, and Diplomacy. The starting salary for MA Philosophy graduates typically falls between INR 200,000 and INR 600,000 per annum.
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