Philosophy: Philosophy of Humanities

Universiteit Leiden

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The Master's in Philosophy of Humanities at Leiden University offers students the opportunity to explore the academic interface between philosophy and the humanities.

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locatieLeiden
diplomaMA 
typeregulier, 120 EC
start1 februari, 1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur2 jaar voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60823
numerus fixusnee
honoursheeft honours track

						The Master's in Philosophy of Humanities at Leiden University sits at the interface between philosophy and the humanities.

Taught by Leiden University's internationally-acclaimed faculty, this programme explores three areas of the humanities: European culture, language and thought, and literature and art.

Explore what Nietzsche called European nihilism. Discover how languages are not interchangeable and that language is more than an instrument of expression. Critique Nietzsche's metaphysics and the role played by philosophical aesthetics in the destruction of the traditional aesthetic and the emergence of modern art.

This intellectually-rigorous MA attracts talented and motivated students. In-class debates with fellow students will fine-tune your reasoning skills and teach you how to formulate strong, logical arguments. Small classes allow for valuable, direct contact with your lecturers, who are invested in developing your potential.

Expect to graduate with in-depth knowledge and advanced skills in critical-thinking – ensuring you stand out in any future career.

Leiden University's Humanities Faculty was recently ranked 25th in the Times Higher Education worldwide ranking.

					


					

Geesteswetenschappen: Jouw vooruitzicht op werk

Waarom aan de Universiteit Leiden?

Leiden University offers ambitious students a world-class environment in which to reach their full potential.

Leiden University's Humanities department recently ranked number 1 in Europe and 17th worldwide in the Times Higher Education ranking. At Leiden University, the oldest university in the Netherlands, you can access world-class resources such as those of the famous Leiden University Library.
The Leiden Institute for Philosophy is a leading centre of academic research with an exceptionally broad range of research streams. Our students can pursue specific, specialised areas of interest not available elsewhere. All classes are taught by accomplished scholars at Leiden as well as scholars from our international network of philosophy departments. Small classes give students valuable time interacting with their lecturers, many of whom are at the leading edge of their fields.
Your qualification from Leiden University is respected by organisations worldwide. But that's not the only advantage of studying at Leiden. We challenge you to think harder, analyse more vigorously, and consider new perspectives. Our students learn how to become critical thinkers – a quality that will ensure they stand out in any career they choose.

Studieprogramma

opbouw
1e jaar
2e jaar

opbouw

For a detailed programme, see this year's e-Prospectus. Please note that this guide applies to the current academic year, which means that the curriculum for next year may slightly differ: https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/en/studies/show/3845/philosophy-120-ec-philosophy-of-humanities

Students enrolled in the two-year Master's in Philosophy of Humanities take courses at both the Leiden Institute for Philosophy and at other Humanities departments.

All courses integrate historical and systematic approaches in philosophy to the study of primary philosophical texts. The programme combines continental and analytical philosophy. Students are generally enrolled in the MA Philosophy and another master's programme in one of the humanities.

Programme Structure
MA courses in the chosen discipline outside philosophy (for a total of 40 EC)
Students complete 500-level MSc courses in one of the humanities.

Specialist courses (for a total of 20 EC)
Students complete two mandatory specialist courses in Philosophy of Humanities.

Optional courses in Philosophy (for a total of 40 EC)
Students select four optional courses in philosophy, taken over two years.

Master's thesis, thesis seminar, and exam (20 EC)
A master's thesis is an independent academic contribution to the field of Philosophy of Humanities. Students follow a compulsory thesis seminar and sit for a final exam during which they defend their thesis.

1e jaar For a detailed overview of the curriculum, please check the e-prospectus: https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/en/studies/show/6647/philosophy-120-ec-philosophy-of-humanities

						1	2
						periode
Research seminar Philosophical Anthropology and Philosophy of Culture						10 EC
MA courses in one of the Humanities / Internship						30 EC
Specialist course in Philosophy of Humanities						10 EC
Optional course in philosophy						10 EC

2e jaar For a detailed overview of the curriculum, please check the e-prospectus: https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/en/studies/show/6647/philosophy-120-ec-philosophy-of-humanities

	1	2
	periode
MA courses in one of the Humanities	10 EC
Optional courses in philosophy	20 EC
MA thesis	20 EC
Specialist course in Philosophy of Humanities		10 EC

taal van onderwijs	100% en
avondonderwijs	n.v.t.
afstandsonderwijs	n.v.t.

onderwijsvormen

group discussion, lecture, literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, seminar, working group, self study

objectives

The objective of the MA in Philosophy of Humanities programme is to provide you with the philosophical foundations and methodological aspects of the field of Humanities.

The development of in-depth knowledge and advanced skills in logic, critical thinking and communication are key goals of this programme. Opportunities are provided for students to broaden their world experience and professional skills through an internship or by participating in an exchange programme at another top university.

honours-/excellence program Leiden Leadership Programme

The Leiden Leadership Programme (LLP) is an honours programme of 15 ECs on top of the regular master's curriculum. The programme consists of training courses, seminars and a practical assignment.

Are you looking for an extra challenge in addition to your Leiden master's programme? Are you adventurous enough to look beyond the borders of your own master's programme? The Leiden Leadership Programme may be just what you are looking for.

The programme gives you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills. You will follow seminars and courses, as well as carrying out a practical assignment for a company or organisation as part of a small, multidisciplinary team. Your lecturers will be leading academics and experienced professionals from the business sector.

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 februari 2021

aanmelding deadline : 1 december 2020
collegegeld nog niet bekend

1 september 2021

aanmelding deadline : 15 juni 2021
collegegeld nog niet bekend

https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/philosophy-120ec/philosophy-of-humanities/admission-and-application/admission-requirements

toelatingseisen

basiskennis
The ability to formulate a clear philosophical research question, to develop and formulate a critical view on that question, and to support this view by means of argument and analysis, to be determined on the basis of a writing sample.

vooropleiding
A bachelor's degree from a research university, equivalent to the level of a Dutch academic Bachelor's degree, or demonstrate to meet the requirements for such a degree.
The bachelor's degree is in a discipline relevant to the chosen specialisation and the applicant possesses knowledge, understanding and skills comparable to those acquired upon completion of the pre-master in philosophy, for example by having earned a bachelor's degree in a programme in which philosophy is combined with the chosen discipline. The bachelor's degree may also be in a discipline relevant to the chosen specialisation and the pre-master's programme in philosophy is completed.

For the specialisation Philosophy of Humanities, the relevant disciplines must be in the field of modern European languages and cultures, classics, (art)history, culture, or religious studies.

studie kosten

bron: Universiteit Leiden
bedrag	kostenpost
€ 10000	levensonderhoudper jaar

inbegrepen in collegegeld

examination

estimated monthly costs

bron: Nibud
bedrag		kostenpost
€	350	kamerhuur in Leidenrond het landelijk gemiddelde
€	22	internet+tv
€	152	boodschappen/kostgeld
€	32	telefoon
€	117	verzekeringen
€	172	collegegeldop basis van € 2060 per jaar
€	80	studieboeken en -spullen
€	29	drinken/snoep/snacks
€	77	uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen
€	30	contributies/abonnementen
€	132	vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie
€	42	vervoernaast de OV-kaart
€	45	overig

€	1218	totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181

Hiernaast staat een overzicht van de gemiddelde kosten die een uitwonende student heeft. Niet iedere student heeft met iedere kostenpost te maken. Het totaalgemiddelde is dus niet gelijk aan de optelsom van alle kostenposten.

Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?

Studenten en studentenleven

studentaantallen

22	studenten volgen deze opleiding
55%	daarvan is vrouw
?	eerstejaars gestart in 2017
?%	daarvan is vrouw
27713	studenten aan de Universiteit Leiden
59%	daarvan is vrouw

bron: StudieData

studievereniging

Symposion

Symposion is the Study Association for all Philosophy students. Being a student is not only about reading books, attending lectures and writing essays. It is also important to get to know your fellow students who are dealing with the same academic theories. Symposion was established to enable students to reason and argue about such philosophical issues in an informal context. Symposion organises drinks, lectures and social or other philosophy related activities on a regular basis.
Symposion organiseert maandelijks borrels, lezingen en andere activiteiten. Deze vormen altijd een goede aansluiting op je studie en worden door studenten uit alle jaren bijgewoond. Op deze manier leer je zowel je jaargenoten als ouderejaarsstudenten kennen en haal je meer uit je studie.

Op kamers in Leiden

31058	studenten studerend
12630	studenten woonachtig
€ 350	gemiddelde kamerprijs
	kamer betaalbaarheid
20 m²	gemiddelde kameroppervlak
	kamer beschikbaarheid

bron: Nationale Studenten Enquête

aan het woord: studenten en docenten

Herman Siemens

Dr. Herman Siemens – Testimonial Philosophy of Humanities Leiden University

“Nietzsche was een groot taalartiest. Hij bedacht nieuwe woorden en gaf bestaande woorden nieuwe betekenissen.”

Toen Herman Siemens voor zijn laatste bachelortentamen filosofie Die Geburt der Tragödie van Nietzsche las, wist hij meteen dat hij onderzoek wilde gaan doen naar deze filosoof. “Nietzsches onderzoek naar de Griekse tragedie stipte iets heel belangrijks aan...

We schrijven artikelen die soms meer lijken op kleine monografieën dan op traditionele woordenboeklemma's waar je zo doorheen scant.” Het eerste deel van het woordenboek is in 2004 gepubliceerd, de delen twee en drie verschijnen waarschijnlijk in 2011 en 2012.

Nietzsche is een van de meest gelezen filosofen ter wereld. Bij bijna iedereen roept hij sterke reacties op, positief dan wel negatief. Nietzsche lijkt een aansprekend en toegankelijk filosoof. Maar is zijn toegankelijkheid niet schijnbaar en misleidend? Ja, vindt Siemens: “Zo was Nietzsche bijvoorbeeld een groot taalartiest. Hij bedacht nieuwe woorden en gaf bestaande woorden nieuwe betekenissen. Bovendien had bijna elk woord voor Nietzsche verschillende betekenissen, die veranderden naarmate zijn gedachtegoed zich verder ontwikkelde.”

Herman Siemens is universitair docent in de moderne filosofie en gespecialiseerd in het gedachtegoed van Nietzsche. Siemens studeerde filosofie in Londen, Berlijn en Essex. Vanaf 1998 werkt hij samen met andere Nietzsche-onderzoekers aan het Nietzsche-woordenboek. Bovendien doet hij onderzoek naar de rol die het conflict speelt in hedendaagse democratieën.

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Studievergelijker

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1/20 Universiteit Leiden
Philosophy of Humanities

€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur

? eerstejaars

NAN% vrouw

? uur contacttijd/week

100% Engelstalig

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UU	Leraar VHO filosofie full-time,part-time educational	geen aanvullende eisen
Universiteit Leiden	Leraar VHO in Filosofie educational	geen aanvullende eisen
Amsterdam UVA	Lerarenopleiding Filosofie part-time educational	geen aanvullende eisen
Tilburg University	Universitaire Lerarenopleiding Filosofie (post-master) educational	+ aanv. eisen