Program Overview

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Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy

The Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy provides rigorous methods of thinking through the study of its subjects: philosophical anthropology, ethics, aesthetics, philosophy of language and mind, political philosophy, history of philosophy, logic and argumentation, metaphysics, and theory of knowledge. With an interactive methodology that prioritizes debates and essay writing, and reduces lectures in favor of practical classes, tutorials, and seminars, students learn to conceptualize, analyze, synthesize, argue, and critically evaluate ideas and theories.

Program Details

• Duration: 4 years (240 ECTS)
• Language of instruction: Spanish
• Teaching modality: In-person teaching
• Cut-off grade: Academic Year - 5,000
• Tuition fees (first enrollment): 1,015 (non-EU: 6,823)
• Center: Faculty of Philosophy and Letters
• Number of places offered: 62

Objectives and Competencies

The program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of philosophical concepts and theories, as well as the ability to analyze, evaluate, and apply them in various contexts.

Academic Offer

Plan of Studies

The plan of studies includes a range of compulsory and elective courses that cover various areas of philosophy, including philosophical anthropology, ethics, aesthetics, philosophy of language and mind, political philosophy, history of philosophy, logic and argumentation, metaphysics, and theory of knowledge.

Complementary Offer

The program also offers complementary courses and activities, such as transversal and optional subjects from other degrees, recognition of credits for university activities and higher-level vocational training, and micro-credentials.

Admission and Enrollment

The admission process involves several steps, including:

• Step 1: Access to the program
• Step 2: Application for a place
• Step 3: Enrollment

Entry Profile

The program is suitable for students who:

• Have an inquiring mind and want to learn to reason, argue rigorously, and analyze and debate theoretical problems.
• Are interested in understanding the world of human relationships and interactions.
• Believe that society can be analyzed from new perspectives to live differently.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue various career paths, including:

• Applied philosophy in companies and research centers, advising on corporate responsibility, bioethics, research ethics, personal guidance, or coaching.
• Editorial and cultural management, focused on designing cultural events, managing content, communication, or cultural marketing.
• Teaching in high school and university, forming young minds within a critical spirit that helps them think clearly and independently.
• Research, associated with university teaching, making original contributions to the advancement and clarification of philosophical problems.

Quality Assurance System

The program has a quality assurance system that includes:

• External monitoring: Verification, modification, monitoring, and renewal of accreditation.
• Indicators for monitoring the degree.
• Labor market insertion.
• Internal Quality Assurance System.
• Quality at UAM.
• Complaints and suggestions mailbox.

Practical Information for Students

The program provides students with practical information on schedules, classrooms, exams, academic calendars, teaching guides, academic regulations, final degree projects, mobility, internships, and degree coordination.

Related Degrees

The university offers related degrees, such as:

• Degree in History and Sciences of Music and Music Technology.
• Degree in Social and Cultural Anthropology.
• Bachelor's Degree in History.

Recommended Master's Degrees

After completing the Bachelor's Degree in Philosophy, students can pursue various master's degrees, including:

• Master's Degree in Philosophical Criticism and Argumentation.
• Master's Degree in Philosophy of History: Democracy and World Order.
• Master's Degree in Spanish and Ibero-American Thought.
• Master's Degree in Teacher Training for Compulsory Secondary Education and Baccalaureate.
• Master's Degree in Artistic, Literary and Cultural Studies.