Philosophy: Philosophy in World Traditions

The Master's programme Philosophy in World Traditions combines advanced levels of philosophical analysis with the study of non-Western sources, in particular, Chinese, Indian, and Arabic sources.This programme is meant for students who wish to combine an MA in (classical) Chinese, Indian, Arabic, or an adjacent discipline with an MA Philosophy in World Traditions. Only students with a bachelor’s degree in Chinese, Indian studies (Sanskrit), Arab studies, or an adjacent discipline (or an equivalent degree) are admissible.This programme is unique in Europe. Leiden is the only place where you can study the histories and languages of India, East Asia, and the Arab world combined with upper level philosophical analysis of these sources, taught by internationally renowned experts in their fields. Leiden University is home to various institutes dedicated to study these areas and has a world-famous collection of Asian and Arabic manuscripts and materials.You will combine advanced courses in the non-western tradition of your preference – including language acquisition – with high-level philosophical analysis of the central concepts, theories of the philosophy in that tradition. In addition, great attention is being paid to the methodology used in interpreting and learning from these traditions.