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The MA and PhD programs at Waterloo are exceptional among Philosophy programs for their flexibility. There are no particular distribution requirements; rather, students work with their supervisor and the graduate chair to determine which courses are best for them. MA students can write a traditional thesis, or choose a three paper option, which entails working with three different professors on three different topics. For their directed research area studies, PhD students work intensively with two professors on topics chosen by the student in consultation with faculty. The Department encourages students who want to apply philosophical thinking beyond academia. Here is another profile of a current PhD student, Ty Branch, who recently completed an internship as "philosopher in residence" at an architecture firm.
Program overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
The MA and PhD programs at Waterloo are exceptional among Philosophy programs for their flexibility. There are no particular distribution requirements; rather, students work with their supervisor and the graduate chair to determine which courses are best for them. MA students can write a traditional thesis, or choose a three paper option, which entails working with three different professors on three different topics. For their directed research area studies, PhD students work intensively with two professors on topics chosen by the student in consultation with faculty. The Department encourages students who want to apply philosophical thinking beyond academia. Here is another profile of a current PhD student, Ty Branch, who recently completed an internship as "philosopher in residence" at an architecture firm.
Admission Requirements
90+
7+
3.33+
Minimum requirements: (1) The average required for admission is 78%.; (2) From normal undergraduate programs in Philosophy: the normal background for MA students is that provided by the four-year Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) at the University of Waterloo; (3) International students with qualifications judged to be equivalent to a Canadian Honours BA in philosophy are normally admitted to full graduate student status, but may be required to take certain specific courses in order to rectify deficiencies in background, either as part of or in addition to their regular graduate program; (4) From a Canadian general BA or equivalent program: students admitted with the three-year Canadian general BA degree or its equivalent will be as qualifying students. A qualifying student is admitted to graduate status but not to a degree program. The qualifying year is a year of work approximately equivalent to the fourth year of an honours program. Students who do well during that year are eligible for admission to full degree status; (5) From undergraduate programs in fields other than Philosophy: students with some philosophy background but whose degree is in another field are encouraged to apply to the program; typically these students will be considered as "transitional students." Transitional students will normally be required to complete selected graduate or undergraduate courses, to be specified in writing at the time the student is recommended for admission, in addition to the usual requirements of the MA program. A transitional student is admitted directly into the MA program and is eligible for financial assistance; (6) From graduate programs: students who have completed a MA in Philosophy should apply to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program. Students who have completed other advanced degrees in Philosophy or who have already completed work at another PhD program may be given advanced status in the PhD program. // Application materials: (1) Supplementary information form; Statements answering the questions (at most 250 words for each answer) - Question 1: Please provide a brief statement of interest that outlines the areas of philosophy you hope to pursue in the program. Question 2: Please explain why the University of Waterloo’s Department of Philosophy is a good place to pursue such a project, and why your background makes you well suited to pursue it successfully; (2) Transcript(s): From previous institutions. At the time of applying, an unofficial transcript is fine; if and when a student is enrolled they will be asked to submit official copies; (3) Writing sample: A philosophy paper of around 2500 words is desirable; longer and shorter papers are acceptable too, but please don't send anything longer than 5,000 words. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
2 Years
Jan-2000
Tuition Fee and Scholarships
Domestic Students
13,524 CAD
-
International Students
42,252 CAD
-
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
The University of Waterloo offers more than 100 undergraduate programs in areas such as health, humanities and social sciences, business, engineering, the environment, mathematics, and science.
Waterloo has been ranked as Canada's most innovative university for the past 25 years and as one of Canada's best overall universities. The university is home to the world's largest co-op program with 6,700 employers around the world hiring our students for 4-month paid work terms throughout their degree. View our admission requirements to learn more.
The University of Waterloo offers over 190 doctoral and Master’s degree programs and was ranked #152 in the QS World University Rankings 2015. Postgraduate programs include Biology, Nanotechnology, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Economics, Languages, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, and Mathematics.
The engineering and technology schools are ranked 57th in the world in the QS World University Rankings and alumni go on to work at companies like BlackBerry (founded by a Waterloo alum), Apple, Ernst & Young, and Google.
While graduate job placement for the university is excellent, Waterloo also prides itself in its research programs and degrees. With over $200 million in funding from both local and international partners – 31% of funding comes from industry partnerships – the school has been able to push the envelope in innovation in the STEM fields, health sciences, and the arts.
Philosophy (Taught)
University of Waterloo, Main Campus, Waterloo, Canada
# 151-200QS Subject Rankings
24 monthsProgram duration
42,252 CADTuition Fee/year
PhilosophyMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Program overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Admission Requirements
Minimum requirements: (1) The average required for admission is 78%.; (2) From normal undergraduate programs in Philosophy: the normal background for MA students is that provided by the four-year Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) at the University of Waterloo; (3) International students with qualifications judged to be equivalent to a Canadian Honours BA in philosophy are normally admitted to full graduate student status, but may be required to take certain specific courses in order to rectify deficiencies in background, either as part of or in addition to their regular graduate program; (4) From a Canadian general BA or equivalent program: students admitted with the three-year Canadian general BA degree or its equivalent will be as qualifying students. A qualifying student is admitted to graduate status but not to a degree program. The qualifying year is a year of work approximately equivalent to the fourth year of an honours program. Students who do well during that year are eligible for admission to full degree status; (5) From undergraduate programs in fields other than Philosophy: students with some philosophy background but whose degree is in another field are encouraged to apply to the program; typically these students will be considered as "transitional students." Transitional students will normally be required to complete selected graduate or undergraduate courses, to be specified in writing at the time the student is recommended for admission, in addition to the usual requirements of the MA program. A transitional student is admitted directly into the MA program and is eligible for financial assistance; (6) From graduate programs: students who have completed a MA in Philosophy should apply to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program. Students who have completed other advanced degrees in Philosophy or who have already completed work at another PhD program may be given advanced status in the PhD program. // Application materials: (1) Supplementary information form; Statements answering the questions (at most 250 words for each answer) - Question 1: Please provide a brief statement of interest that outlines the areas of philosophy you hope to pursue in the program. Question 2: Please explain why the University of Waterloo’s Department of Philosophy is a good place to pursue such a project, and why your background makes you well suited to pursue it successfully; (2) Transcript(s): From previous institutions. At the time of applying, an unofficial transcript is fine; if and when a student is enrolled they will be asked to submit official copies; (3) Writing sample: A philosophy paper of around 2500 words is desirable; longer and shorter papers are acceptable too, but please don't send anything longer than 5,000 words. // For further information on admission requirements please check with the University for entry.
Tuition Fee and Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
More programs from the university
The University of Waterloo offers more than 100 undergraduate programs in areas such as health, humanities and social sciences, business, engineering, the environment, mathematics, and science.
Waterloo has been ranked as Canada's most innovative university for the past 25 years and as one of Canada's best overall universities. The university is home to the world's largest co-op program with 6,700 employers around the world hiring our students for 4-month paid work terms throughout their degree. View our admission requirements to learn more.
Arts and Humanities (6)
Architectural Engineering (BAS)
Architecture
Classical Studies
English
Fine Arts
French
German
History
Knowledge Integration (BKI)
Liberal Studies
Medieval Studies
Music
Philosophy
Planning
Religious Studies
Spanish
Theatre and Performance
Business and Management (6)
Bachelor of Accounting and Financial Management
Bachelor of Computing and Financial Management
Bachelor of Global Business and Digital Arts
Bachelor of Sustainability and Financial Management
Business Administration (Laurier) and Computer Science (Waterloo) Double Degree
Business Administration (Laurier) and Mathematics (Waterloo) Double Degree
Economics
Science and Business
Engineering and Technology (6)
Chemical Engineering (BAS)
Civil Engineering (BAS)
Computer Engineering (BAS)
Computer Science (Data Science) (BCS)
Electrical Engineering (BAS)
Management Engineering (BAS)
Mechanical Engineering (BAS)
Mechatronics Engineering (BAS)
Nanotechnology Engineering (BAS)
Software Engineering (BAS)
Systems Design Engineering (BAS)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Biomedical Engineering (BAS)
Biotechnology / Chartered Professional Accountancy
Biotechnology / Economics
Kinesiology
Life Sciences (Biochemistry)
Life Sciences (Biology)
Life Sciences (Biomedical Sciences)
Life Sciences (Psychology)
Physical Sciences (Medicinal Chemistry) (co-op only)
Psychology (Bachelor of Arts)
Therapeutic Recreation
Natural Sciences (6)
Environment and Business
Environment, Resources and Sustainability
Environmental Engineering (BAS)
Environmental Science
Geography and Aviation
Geography and Environmental Management
Geological Engineering (BAS)
Geomatics
Mathematics (Actuarial Science)
Mathematics (Applied Mathematics)
Mathematics (Biostatistics)
Mathematics (Combinatorics and Optimization)
Mathematics (Computational Mathematics)
Mathematics (Data Science)
Mathematics (Mathematical Economics)
Mathematics (Mathematical Finance)
Mathematics (Mathematical Optimization)
Mathematics (Mathematical Physics)
Mathematics (Mathematical Studies)
Mathematics (Mathematics Teaching)
Mathematics (Pure Mathematics)
Mathematics (Statistics)
Mathematics / Business Administration (Information Technology Management)
Mathematics / Chartered Professional Accountancy
Mathematics / Financial Analysis and Risk Management
Physical Sciences (Chemistry)
Physical Sciences (Earth Sciences)
Physical Sciences (Life Physics)
Physical Sciences (Materials and Nanosciences)
Physical Sciences (Mathematical Physics)
Physical Sciences (Physics and Astronomy)
Physical Sciences (Physics)
Science and Aviation
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Anthropology
Gender and Social Justice
Health Studies
International Development
Legal Studies
Peace and Conflict Studies
Political Science
Public Health
Recreation and Leisure Studies
Recreation and Sport Business
Sexuality, Marriage and Family Studies
Social Development Studies
Sociology
Speech Communication
Tourism Development
The University of Waterloo offers over 190 doctoral and Master’s degree programs and was ranked #152 in the QS World University Rankings 2015. Postgraduate programs include Biology, Nanotechnology, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Economics, Languages, Mechanical Engineering, Pharmacy, and Mathematics.
The engineering and technology schools are ranked 57th in the world in the QS World University Rankings and alumni go on to work at companies like BlackBerry (founded by a Waterloo alum), Apple, Ernst & Young, and Google.
While graduate job placement for the university is excellent, Waterloo also prides itself in its research programs and degrees. With over $200 million in funding from both local and international partners – 31% of funding comes from industry partnerships – the school has been able to push the envelope in innovation in the STEM fields, health sciences, and the arts.
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Architecture (Water) (Taught)
Classical Studies (Taught)
English (Experimental Digital Media) (Co-op) (Taught)
English (Experimental Digital Media) (Taught)
English (Literary Studies) (Co-op) (Taught)
English (Literary Studies) (Taught)
English (Rhetoric and Communication Design) (Co-op) (Taught)
English (Rhetoric and Communication Design) (Taught)
Fine Arts (Studio Art) (Taught)
French Studies (Taught)
German (Intercultural German Studies) (Taught)
German (Taught)
History (Taught)
Philosophy (Taught)
Planning (MA) (Taught)
Planning (MES) (Taught)
Planning (MPlan) (Taught)
Business and Management (6)
Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology (MBET) (Taught)
Economic Development and Innovation (MEDI) (Taught)
Economics (Co-op) (Taught)
Economics (Taught)
Economics (Water) (Co-op) (Taught)
Economics (Water) (Taught)
Master of Accounting (MAcc) (Taught)
Master of Business, Entrepreneurship and Technology
Quantitative Finance (MQF) (Taught)
Taxation (MTax) (Taught)
Engineering and Technology (6)
Chemical Engineering (MASc) (Taught)
Chemical Engineering (Nanotechnology) (MASc) (Taught)
Chemical Engineering (Taught)
Chemical Engineering (Water) (MASc) (Taught)
Civil Engineering (MASc) (Taught)
Civil Engineering (Nuclear Engineering) (Taught)
Civil Engineering (Taught)
Civil Engineering (Water) (MASc) (Taught)
Computer Science (MMath) (Taught)
Computer Science (Quantum Information) (MMath) (Taught)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (Electric Power Engineering) (Taught)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (MASc) (Taught)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (Nanotechnology) (MASc) (Taught)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (Quantum Information) (MASc) (Taught)
Electrical and Computer Engineering (Taught)
Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (MASc) (Taught)
Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (Nanotechnology) (MASc) (Taught)
Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering (Taught)
Systems Design Engineering (MASc) (Taught)
Systems Design Engineering (Nanotechnology) (MASc) (Taught)
Systems Design Engineering (Taught)
Life Sciences and Medicine (6)
Biology (Taught)
Biology (Water) (Taught)
Biostatistics (MMath) (Taught)
Kinesiology (Coursework) (Taught)
Kinesiology (Taught)
Pharmacy (Taught)
Psychology (Applied Psychology) (MASc) (Taught)
Psychology (Developmental and Communication Science) (MASc) (Taught)
Psychology (Taught)
Vision Science (Taught)
Natural Sciences (6)
Actuarial Science (MActSc) (Taught)
Actuarial Science (MMath) (Taught)
Applied Mathematics (MMath) (Taught)
Applied Mathematics (Quantum Information) (MMath) (Taught)
Applied Mathematics (Water) (MMath) (Taught)
Chemistry (Co-op) (Taught)
Chemistry (Nanotechnology) (Taught)
Chemistry (Quantum Information) (Taught)
Chemistry (Taught)
Climate Change (MCC) (Taught)
Combinatorics and Optimization (Co-op) (MMath) (Taught)
Combinatorics and Optimization (MMath) (Taught)
Combinatorics and Optimization (Quantum Information) (MMath) (Taught)
Computational Mathematics (MMath) (Taught)
Earth Sciences (Taught)
Earth Sciences (Water) (Taught)
Environment and Business (MEB) (Taught)
Geography (MA)
Geography (MES) (Taught)
Geography (MSc)
Geography (Water) (MES) (Taught)
Mathematics for Teachers (MMT) (Taught)
Physics (Nanotechnology) (Taught)
Physics (Quantum Information) (Taught)
Physics (Taught)
Pure Mathematics (MMath) (Taught)
Social and Ecological Sustainability (MES) (Taught)
Social and Ecological Sustainability (Water) (MES) (Taught)
Sustainability Management (MES) (Taught)
Sustainability Management (Water) (MES) (Taught)
Social Sciences and Management (6)
Anthropology (Public Issues) (Taught)
Data Science (MMath) (Taught)
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (Co-op) (MDSAI) (Taught)
Development Practice (MDP) (Taught)
Digital Experience Innovation (MDEI) (Taught)
Global Governance (Taught)
Health Evaluation (MHE) (Taught)
Health Informatics (Public Health and Health Systems) (MHI) (Taught)
Management Sciences (MASc) (Taught)
Management Sciences (MMSc) (Taught)
Management Sciences (Management of Technology) (MMSc) (Taught)
Peace and Conflict Studies (MPACS) (Taught)
Political Science (Taught)
Public Health (Taught)
Public Health and Health Systems (Taught)
Public Health and Health Systems (Water) (Taught)
Public Service (Co-op) (MPS) (Taught)
Public Service (MPS) (Taught)
Recreation and Leisure Studies (Taught)
Social Work (Taught)
Social and Legal Studies (Co-op) (Taught)
Social and Legal Studies (Taught)
Sociology (Co-op) (Taught)
Sociology (Taught)
Statistics (MMath) (Taught)
Business and Management (1)
PhD in Entrepreneurship and Organization