MA in Philosophy Graduate Program - IICSE University, Inc.

IICSE University

...a liberal arts education

MA in Philosophy

Graduate Program

Master of Arts in Philosophy (MA)

MA PHILOSOPHY

Our MA program in philosophy provides students with the fundamental skills, knowledge and the foundation for careers where logic, critical thinking, and values clarification are prized. The course develops skilled thinkers who clearly articulate to a modern culture the reasons for belief in the Christian faith. Our curriculum allow students to use philosophy and ethics in evangelism and discipleship ministries, as well as grounding those who seek this degree as a preparation for a research education in philosophy, ethics, religious studies, law, political science and theology. The course purposes to help the student develop the skills to do philosophy from a Christian worldview. The program is designed to develop the ability to do philosophy in various ministry programs, such as parachurch and local church apologetics as well as to prepare the student for further graduate work in fields such as philosophy, ethics, religious studies, law, political science, and theology.



IICSE University

...a liberal arts education

MA PHILOSOPHY

The Program Structure:

Course Code MA: First Semester Courses

PHIL 801 PHIL 802 PHIL 803 PHIL 804 PHIL 805 PHIL 806

Introduction to Philosophy Western Ethical Theories Environmental Studies Problems of Philosophy Ethics and Social Justice Philosophy of Science

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Course Code MA: Second Semester Courses

PHIL 811 PHIL 812 PHIL 813 PHIL 814 PHIL 815 PHIL 816

Existentialism World Religion Kant's Theory of Knowledge Philosophy of Education Philosophy of Management Greek and Medieval Philosophy

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Course Code MA: Third Semester Courses

PHIL 821 PHIL 822 PHIL 823 PHIL 824 PHIL 825 PHIL 826

Logic and Scientific Methods Modern European Philosophy Social and Political Philosophy Epistemology Contemporary Western Philosophy Moral Philosophy

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Course Code MA: Fourth Semester Courses

PHIL 831 PHIL 832 PHIL 833 PHIL 834 PHIL 835 PHIL 836

Buddhist Philosophy Comparative Religion Philosophy of Religion Applied Ethics Truth and Knowledge Master Thesis

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The thesis A thesis on a particular topic of your choice (with a Supervisor's approval) will be completed by each student in the last semester. There is considerable scope in the choice of subject areas by the student and the research method employed. Each student is allocated a supervisor who guides them through the thesis. The thesis aims to assimilate the theoretical and practical elements of the academic program of study.

MA PHILOSOPHY

Duration of program: A Semester runs for a period of three months. Our "Master's Degree" programs are completed within the period of four semesters (one year). We allow extension in the period of study, in case your courses could not be completed within the stipulated time frame. No additional fee, no extra charge for extension in the period of study.

How to apply

Prospective student must complete the Admission Form and pay the processing fee of $45 USD or its equivalent. The processing fee is refundable if admission is denied.

IICSE University

...a liberal arts education

Applications for the program: Applications for this program are made online by

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