Indianapolis,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Philosophy in Indianapolis United States | Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
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Indianapolis United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,404
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Philosophy Department's Master of Arts program provides two specialized routes: a comprehensive track exploring historical and thematic aspects of the field, and a bioethics concentration that bridges theoretical knowledge with practical applications to meet critical demands in medical research and healthcare.
Those selecting the general pathway can choose from various electives emphasizing classical American philosophy, a domain where the department excels.
Graduates of the Philosophy M.A. program will achieve the following:
Grasp key thinkers, frameworks, and debates in fundamental areas of both classical and modern philosophy.
Understand significant contributors, theories, and discussions within a chosen specialization: American philosophy, bioethics, or global research ethics.
Interpret, assess, and critically engage with sophisticated philosophical ideas, assertions, and reasoning.
Undertake guided philosophical investigations culminating in thorough, well-supported analytical papers on focused subjects.
Create and present articulate, precise, and substantive research findings tailored for scholarly or professional settings.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are expected to have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university, or its equivalent, with a grade point average of at least 3.0 overall (on a scale of 4) and at least 3.0 in the student’s major. There is no specific major requirement, but applicants must show a record of coursework (or equivalent experience) demonstrating that they are sufficiently prepared to do graduate work in philosophy. Acceptable coursework includes an undergraduate degree in philosophy. For applicants interested in the Bioethics or International Research Ethics concentrations, professional training or experience that involved health care ethics could be accepted in lieu of coursework..
All non-native speakers of English must also submit proof of English proficiency unless the applicant has a Bachelor's degree or higher from the US or a predominantly English-speaking country.
IELTS score of 6.5
TOEFL (iBT) score of 79
IUPUI Program for Intensive English (PIE) - Level 7 Check with your academic department for approval
Any ELS center located in the US or Canada - Level 112 Check with your academic department for approval
Degree from an English-speaking Country - Completed Bachelor's degree or higher from one of these designated countries (both lists)
ECFMG Certification - Official certification received from the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates
Tuition
USD
19,404