Master’s in Philosophy

Masters in Philosophy is a postgraduate degree. In most cases, it is an advanced research degree with the prerequisites required for a Master of Philosophy degree making it the most advanced research degree before the Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D. or D.Phil.).

Bachelor’s in Philosophy

Bachelor’s in Philosophy at VU Amsterdam is the first programme of its kind in continental Europe, combining a focused curriculum with exchange opportunities with international partner institutions and exciting and unique extracurricular initiatives involving representatives from the world of business, policy or politics. It is a multidisciplinary study programme that combines the strengths of its three fields and places a special emphasis on incorporating the different perspectives of its constituent disciplines. The programme provides rigorous theoretical training and broad, hands-on experience that will enable you to take an active role in shaping the world’s future.

Bachelor’s in History

Courses discuss the history of Europe and the world from antiquity to the present. Students also choose electives, organized around different themes such as Politics & Economy; Migration & Ethnicity; Culture & Religion or Heritage & Memory. In addition, students can take courses in modern languages, learn about different approaches from the fields of international relations and global history, and are trained in academic skills. The small scale of the programme offers close interaction between students and staff, several of whom have won University Teaching Awards for outstanding performance and dedication to undergraduate education at the VU.