Research Master in Philosophy and Economics 24 months Postgraduate Program By Erasmus University Rotterdam |Top Universities
Subject Ranking

# 101-150QS Subject Rankings

Program Duration

24 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

8,600 EURTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

30 Jun, 2023Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Research Master in Philosophy and Economics provides a thorough grounding in the main areas of philosophy of economics. Throughout the programme you will engage with and analyse ethical and ontological commitments in economics, investigate the foundations of decision theory, examine methodological and theoretical constraints and opportunities in economics, and delve deeper into both the history and new developments in the economic discipline. You will be guided through the thorough curriculum by personal contact with teachers and your academic advisor, seminars in small groups, as well as a close-knit community of international master and PhD students.

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Research Master in Philosophy and Economics provides a thorough grounding in the main areas of philosophy of economics. Throughout the programme you will engage with and analyse ethical and ontological commitments in economics, investigate the foundations of decision theory, examine methodological and theoretical constraints and opportunities in economics, and delve deeper into both the history and new developments in the economic discipline. You will be guided through the thorough curriculum by personal contact with teachers and your academic advisor, seminars in small groups, as well as a close-knit community of international master and PhD students.

Admission requirements

176+
91+
6.5+
A Bachelor/Master in Economics, or Philosophy, Philosophy and Economics, PPE or related programmes. A grade for the bachelor thesis equivalent to at least an 8.0 in the Dutch grading system. An average grade in the bachelor equivalent to at least 8 in the Dutch grading system. Proficiency in English: The main language of your previous education was English, or You are a native speaker, or You can prove your proficiency in English in a writing sample. A detailed letter of intent that: demonstrates your interest in philosophy of economics; details your background in philosophy and economics; describes why you deem yourself equipped to follow the Research Master in Philosophy and Economics. A writing sample of around 10-15 pages. (At least 8 pages, maximum 25 pages, excluding bibliography and appendices. This can be an essay in philosophy, economics, or a closely related subject.) Two letters of reference. 
30 Jun 2023
2 Years
Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

2,314 EUR
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International Students

8,600 EUR
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More programs from the university

The Netherlands’ Erasmus University Rotterdam offers 13 international bachelor’s programmes and 30 Dutch programmes, covering:

  • International business
  • Economics and econometrics
  • Arts and culture
  • Communication and media
  • History
  • Psychology
  • Liberal arts and sciences
  • Philosophy
  • Management of social challenges


Tuition fees

Average tuition fees for non-European students are €8,000 per year and €2,168 for European students. Find out about financial support.

Entry requirements
Requirements vary depending on the program, but the university values motivation and advanced English language skills (TOEFL or IELTS). Additional criteria may include consideration of grades, diploma type, and in some cases, mathematics skills.
 

The Netherlands’ Erasmus University Rotterdam offers more than 50 international master’s programs covering the following subjects:

  • Business and management
  • Biomedical sciences
  • Development studies
  • Medicine
  • Economics
  • Psychology
  • Pedagogy and education
  • Arts and culture
  • Law
  • Media studies
  • And many more!


Tuition fees

Average tuition fees for non-European students are €14,800 per year and €2,168 for European students. Find out about financial support.

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