PhD in Philosophy PHD Program By University of Jordan |Top Universities
Tuitionfee

20,250 USDTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

PhilosophyMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The specialization deals with the study of a wide variety of Greek and Islamic philosophy and modern Arab thought, in addition to topics related to political ethics and critical thought, and provides a method for comparing new philosophical and cultural questions and challenges. The Department of Philosophy seeks   to create an academic atmosphere that helps to confront various philosophical issues and problems. Providing regular opportunities to contact the faculty and to create philosophical dialogues and discussions in an atmosphere of cordiality and seriousness.


Program message

Opening up to aspects of thought in the various literary and human sciences, highlighting the role of philosophy in preserving the civilizational identity of society, and qualifying the student of philosophy to rise to his scientific and cultural level so that he is able to understand reality.  

Program Goals

1-  Openness to aspects of thought in the various literary and human sciences.

2-  And highlighting the role of philosophy in preserving the civilizational identity of society.

3-  Qualifying the student of philosophy to rise to his scientific   and cultural level so that he is able to understand reality.

4-   And practicing good critical thinking.

5-   And have mental skills that qualify him for effective communication.

6-   Focusing on important concepts such as communication and the right to disagree, as these concepts are of paramount importance in creating a healthy society that helps the individual to advance and be creative

Program overview

Main Subject

Philosophy

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The specialization deals with the study of a wide variety of Greek and Islamic philosophy and modern Arab thought, in addition to topics related to political ethics and critical thought, and provides a method for comparing new philosophical and cultural questions and challenges. The Department of Philosophy seeks   to create an academic atmosphere that helps to confront various philosophical issues and problems. Providing regular opportunities to contact the faculty and to create philosophical dialogues and discussions in an atmosphere of cordiality and seriousness.


Program message

Opening up to aspects of thought in the various literary and human sciences, highlighting the role of philosophy in preserving the civilizational identity of society, and qualifying the student of philosophy to rise to his scientific and cultural level so that he is able to understand reality.  

Program Goals

1-  Openness to aspects of thought in the various literary and human sciences.

2-  And highlighting the role of philosophy in preserving the civilizational identity of society.

3-  Qualifying the student of philosophy to rise to his scientific   and cultural level so that he is able to understand reality.

4-   And practicing good critical thinking.

5-   And have mental skills that qualify him for effective communication.

6-   Focusing on important concepts such as communication and the right to disagree, as these concepts are of paramount importance in creating a healthy society that helps the individual to advance and be creative

Admission requirements

59+
5+
Required Scores of English Language Tests 
IBT - 59, AMIDEAST (Jordan only) IELTS - 5, British Council Jordan only Equivalent Exam - 50%, Language Center in The University of Jordan 

Documents Required:

The following required documents shall be uploaded to the electronic system as one PDF file whose size does not exceed (6 Megabytes). Moreover, in case the student is admitted to the program, he or she shall submit a hard duly certified copy of these documents.

1. A certified copy of the high school transcript (tawjihi) or equivalent.

2. A certified copy of the first university degree (bachelor's).

3. A certified copy of the diploma (if available).

4. A certified copy of the second university degree (master's) for PhD students.

5. A certified copy of the bachelor's, diploma, and master’s transcripts.

6. The grading system for graduates of non-Jordanian universities.

7. The equivalence of a certificate accredited by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research for certificates issued by official foreign and Arab universities.

8. A document that proves that the student has undergone the English language test.

9. Three personal photos.

10. A certified copy of the birth certificate with the national number on it.

11. A certified copy of the national ID card.

12. A copy of the military service book (for male students who were born in 1989 or before). 13. A no-objection paper for students who work in official, governmental, and any other institutions where workers are conditioned to get an approval to continue their study in advance. This applies to workers at UJ as well as at UJ hospital.

14. A hand-written approval issued by the eligible party stating a no-objection of the study for its holder. This applies to affiliates of the Jordanian Military Forces and Security Apparatuses.

15. A copy of a published (or an accepted for publication) research paper in a refereed scientific journal for students applying for PhD programs (if available).

16. A letter of a one-year practical experience in health service institutions or in learning and training in the required specialization. This applies to students applying for the master’s programs offered by the School of Nursing.

17. A 20-JD prepaid credit card for Jordanian students and a 150-JD prepaid credit card for non-Jordanian students. Such cards can be bought from the financial department, which is located on the second floor in the Unit of Admission and Registration at The University of Jordan.

Feb
Oct
  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
  • Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

7,614 USD
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International Students

20,250 USD
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