Masters by Research (Philosophy) 36 months Postgraduate Program By National University of Singapore (NUS) |Top Universities
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Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

21,901 SGDTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

PhilosophyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The department offers the M.A. in Philosophy, requiring both coursework and the submission of a written thesis. Applicants for the M.A. degree should (preferably) have a good honors degree in Philosophy from NUS or a recognized foreign university, though the department may also admit students with a good Bachelor’s degree with relevant research or working experience on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval by the Board of Graduate Studies (BGS). The maximum period of candidature is 36 months. Graduate students are strongly encouraged to consult their supervisor at least once per semester and produce regular written work. The supervisor and graduate student should agree, as early as possible, on a timeline for completing the necessary coursework, producing required written work, and preparing for other requirements.

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The department offers the M.A. in Philosophy, requiring both coursework and the submission of a written thesis. Applicants for the M.A. degree should (preferably) have a good honors degree in Philosophy from NUS or a recognized foreign university, though the department may also admit students with a good Bachelor’s degree with relevant research or working experience on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval by the Board of Graduate Studies (BGS). The maximum period of candidature is 36 months. Graduate students are strongly encouraged to consult their supervisor at least once per semester and produce regular written work. The supervisor and graduate student should agree, as early as possible, on a timeline for completing the necessary coursework, producing required written work, and preparing for other requirements.

Admission Requirements

6+
85+
Applicants for the Ph.D. program should possess an M.A. in Philosophy from NUS or equivalent qualifications from a recognized foreign university. Applicants for the M.A. program should (preferably) have a good honors degree in Philosophy from NUS or a recognized foreign university (the department may also admit students with a good Bachelor's degree with relevant research or working experience on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval by the Board of Graduate Studies). In addition, all short-listed applicants will be interviewed.

3 Years
Aug

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,550 SGD
International
21,901 SGD

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