Program Overview

Philosophy Program

The Philosophy program at RUDN University is a comprehensive educational program that reflects the university's international orientation. The program's contents include the study of Chinese, Indian, Arab-Muslim, Western, and Russian philosophy, as well as modern Latin American and African philosophy.

Mode of Study and Level

• Mode of study: Full-time
• Level of study: Bachelor
• Direction of preparation: Philosophy
• Department: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences

Training Period and Language

• Training period: 4 years
• Language of study: Russian

Profession

Philosophy is an ancient science that originated several centuries BC, and its significance remains unchanged. The program's curriculum is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of various philosophical disciplines, including the history of foreign and Russian philosophy, ontology, ethics, aesthetics, and philosophy of religion.

Educational Process

The program employs an innovative teaching model, utilizing interactive educational technologies and combining group and individual forms of instruction. Special philosophical disciplines are introduced in the first year, and students study a foreign language of their choice throughout the program.

Special Disciplines

• History of Foreign Philosophy
• History of Russian Philosophy
• Ontology and Theory of Knowledge
• Ethics
• Aesthetics
• Philosophy and Methods of Science
• Philosophy of Religion
• Religion Studies
• Foreign Language

Practice

In the final year of training, students engage in scientific and practical research within their chosen specialization and write and defend theses. The program also includes a mandatory teaching internship at leading schools in Moscow, preceded by a special training course on teaching methods.

Internship Opportunities

• Teaching internship at the philosophical departments of RUDN University
• Internships at foreign universities within the framework of the program

Career

Graduates of the Philosophy program are successfully employed in various fields, including:

• Teaching in general educational institutions, institutions of secondary vocational and higher education
• Research and academic centers and organizations
• Translation activities
• Culture and art (libraries, museums, exhibitions, etc.)
• Information and analytical centers
• Editorial activity in mass media
• Public authorities and municipal government
• Public organizations
• Commercial entities
• Business activities

Further Education

There is an opportunity to continue education under the master's and postgraduate programs.