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Philosophy courses

Philosophy courses at the University of Dundee, specialising in the European and Continental philosophy tradition

Ask the fundamental questions about knowledge, existence, ethics, and meaning, in a department that specialises in European (Continental) philosophy. You can study philosophy as your main degree or combine it with another subject, including the only course in Scotland to pair fine art with philosophy.

What is European (Continental) philosophy?

Continental philosophy is the tradition that grew out of mainland Europe, concerned with human existence, meaning, culture, and society. It includes movements such as existentialism and phenomenology, and thinkers like Nietzsche, Sartre, de Beauvoir, and Deleuze. It's often contrasted with the analytic philosophy dominant in most English-speaking universities, which leans more towards logic and language. Dundee is one of the few UK departments to specialise in the Continental tradition, so you study these thinkers and ideas in depth.

Undergraduate Philosophy courses

Both of our Philosophy degrees reflect the department's specialism in the Continental tradition. You'll study the same philosophy modules on each of these degees, but for European Philosophy, you are encouraged to study European-based modules from other subjects such as history, languages, international relations, politics, or geography. 

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    European Philosophy MA (Hons)

    Examine modern and ancient European philosophical thinking to address some of the fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    Philosophy MA (Hons)

    Examine modern and ancient philosophical thinking to address some of the fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years

Undergraduate Philosophy joint honours courses

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    Art & Philosophy BA (Hons)

    Taught by artists of international standing, this is the only undergraduate course in Scotland that combines Fine Art with Philosophy

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 3 or 4 years
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    Arts & Social Sciences MA

    Develop your own, flexible, study programme to reflect your intellectual and creative interests across the humanities and social sciences

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 3 years
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    English and Philosophy MA (Hons)

    Combine the study of English literature with an examination of modern and ancient philosophical thinking

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    European Philosophy with French MA (Hons)

    Improve your French skills while examining modern and ancient European philosophical thinking to address fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    European Philosophy with Spanish MA (Hons)

    Improve your Spanish skills while examining modern and ancient European philosophical thinking to address the fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    History and Philosophy MA (Hons)

    Study social, cultural, and political history, while also examining philosophical thinking, to address some of the fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    Part-Time Degree MA

    A flexible part-time degree allowing you to combine study with work or other commitments

    • Undergraduate
    • Part time
    • 8 years (part time)
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    Philosophy and Film MA (Hons)

    Combine the study of film with an examination of modern and ancient philosophical thinking, to address some of the fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    Philosophy and Politics MA (Hons)

    Examine modern and ancient philosophical thinking and also study theories, principles, and concepts in comparative politics

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    Philosophy and Psychology MA (Hons)

    Combine philosophy with the study of how the human mind works and apply this knowledge to psychology

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
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    Philosophy with French MA (Hons)

    Improve your French skills while examining modern and ancient philosophical thinking to address some of the fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years
  • Course

    Philosophy with Spanish MA (Hons)

    Improve your Spanish skills while examining modern and ancient philosophical thinking to address some of the fundamental questions facing humanity today

    • Undergraduate
    • Full time
    • 4 or 3 years

Undergraduate degrees in Scotland

Wondering why a Scottish MA is an undergraduate degree, or what honours actually means? Our guide explains the degree types you'll see when you apply.
Read our guide on undergraduate degrees

Research degrees

Developing your research skills with a MSc by research or PhD in philosophy.

Philosophy research degrees

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