Program Overview

Philosophy Master's

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Philosophy at the University of North Texas offers a world-class learning experience that prepares students for both academic and non-academic careers. Graduate students study with nationally and internationally known faculty members in the fields of environmental philosophy and the philosophy of science, technology, and society.

Program Details

• Program Type: Master of Arts (M.A.)
• Format: On Campus
• Estimated Time to Complete: 2 years
• Credit Hours: 30

Program Description

The Master of Arts in Philosophy at UNT provides a comprehensive education in the history of Western philosophy and religion, environmental philosophy, the philosophy of science and technology, and interdisciplinary experiences through a flexible program. The curriculum is grounded in the history of philosophy with a strong emphasis in environmental philosophy.

Requirements

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Why Earn a Philosophy Master's?

The Master of Arts in Philosophy is an internationally recognized program that is known for its focus on environmental ethics and philosophy. The master's degree is appropriate for students wishing to develop master's-level expertise in philosophy before pursuing doctoral studies in philosophy or related fields.

Marketable Skills

• Evaluation of written materials
• Oral presentation of ideas
• Basic structures of policy formation
• Basic understanding of environmental ethics/law
• Writing an extended text

Philosophy Master's Highlights

• Home to the first journal in the field, Environmental Ethics (founded 1979)
• Home to the Center for Environmental Philosophy
• Home to the world's first field station in environmental philosophy, science, and policy at Cape Horn, Chile
• Pursues a number of research projects, including the Philosophy of Water Project, The Philosophy of Food Project, and the Philosophy for Children Project

What Can You Do With a Philosophy Master's?

Students pursuing academic careers in the humanities and the sciences may take the Master of Arts in Philosophy as preparation for Ph.D.-level work in philosophy and related fields. The curriculum for the Master of Arts provides students with foundational training in the history of Western philosophy and religion, environmental philosophy, the philosophy of science and technology, and interdisciplinary experiences through a flexible program.

Philosophy Master's Courses You Could Take

• Environmental Philosophy (3 hrs)
  • Intensive analysis of new positions in environmental philosophy with special emphasis on their theoretical value as a contribution to contemporary philosophy and their practical value with regard to environmental policy and decision making.
• Asian Philosophies and Religions (3 hrs)
  • Provides an insight into worldviews by studying the major Asian philosophies and religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Daoism, Confucianism, Shinto and Zen.
• Feminist Philosophy (3hrs)
  • In-depth examination of traditional philosophical themes from diverse feminist perspectives, theories and lived experiences.
• Social and Political Philosophy (3 hrs)
  • A focused examination of the relation between philosophical ideas and community, natural right, justice, political freedom and authority.
• Ethical Theory (3 hrs)
  • A focused examination of a variety of metaethical and normative theories of moral philosophies.
• Philosophy of Science and Technology (3 hrs)
  • A focused examination the relationship between science and technology, the role of experiment and instrumentation in scientific practice, the social construction of scientific knowledge and technical artifacts, the nature of technology in human perception and experience, and the broader social impacts of science and technology.