Coursework

Students are required to take 23 units of courses in two years, including “Research Methodology Seminar I & II”, “Guided Study”, “Special Seminar on Selected Philosophical Issues” (twice) and 6 units of thesis writing course.

Students not already possessing a degree in philosophy may be required to take additional units if deemed necessary. Students shall meet their supervisors regularly for academic discussion and progress report.

Thesis

Students are required to take 6 units of thesis writing courses in the second year of their study and complete a Master’s thesis.

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In addition to the general requirements of the Graduate School, applicants should:

1. have a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or a related field from a recognized university;
2. have sufficient knowledge of general logic;
3. submit a self-statement (about 2,000 words, in either Chinese or English) stating their academic interests, and the methodology and topic of their proposed research;
4. submit a paper (8-12 pages for English, 6,000 - 10,000 words for Chinese) on a topic of philosophy; and
5. attend an interview (shortlisted applicants).

31 January 2018