Graduate

Philosophy that matters

The University of À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ is proud to offer versatile graduate programs in Philosophy that prepare our students for careers inside and outside of academia. During theirÌýtime at À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ, our students benefit fromÌýa strong repertoire of interdisciplinary research strengths, our programs produce competent and well-respected graduates that have gone on to work in healthcare, government, law, corporate, and academic careers.

Our research strengths include feminist philosophy, cognitive science of psychology, bioethics, and appliedÌýethics, and we offer specialized graduate research fields in language, logic, and metaphysics, philosophy of mind and cognitive science, ethics and political philosophy, and philosophy of science and mathematics.

Graduate programs

MA in Philosophy

The MA in Philosophy teaches students to think logically and abstractly about complex problems and while honing research and communication skills.ÌýA student enrolled full-time in the MA in PhilosophyÌýtypically completesÌýthe program within twelve months, but can take up to 24 months if needed. There is also the option to study part-time.

PhD in Philosophy

The PhD in Philosophy prepares students to conduct rigorous independent research and explain complex ideas to a variety of audiences.Ìý

PhD in Applied Philosophy

The PhD in Applied Philosophy teaches students how to integrate theoretical philosophical training with practical problems.

As a doctoral candidate in applied philosophy,ÌýKathryn MorrisonÌýtook her studies in bioethics a step beyondÌýtoÌýsupport clinical teams, patients, and families.

"During the Applied PhilosophyÌýPhD program I enjoyed meeting and working with experts and mentors in both academic and practical settings. The process of reflecting on the practical applications of my research has enriched the quality of my work."

- Kathryn Morrison, Applied Philosophy PhD Graduate

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In Philosophy, we're more than just a department - we're a community. Our graduate student association hasÌýbeen hostingÌýtheir ownÌýgraduate conference series for over 20Ìýyears, and we host regularly socials where graduate students and faculty get to interact beyond the classroom.

We also host theÌýHumphery ProfessorÌýand the Rudrick scholar seriesÌýwhich brings in externalÌýscholars from outside À¶Ý®ÊÓƵÌýin addition to ourÌýregular program of visiting speakers. These opportunities allowÌýstudents to learn about philosophy in practice and provide valuable learning and network opportunities.

Want to know more?

We're happy to talk to you about our graduate programs and answer any questions you have.

Ashley Price
Graduate Coordinator
adprice@uwaterloo.ca

  • Admissions

  • Academic forms, deadlines, and courses

  • Funding

Jennifer Saul
Associate Chair for Graduate Studies
philgradchair@uwaterloo.ca

  • Program requirements

  • Academic advising

  • Learning outcomes

Notice for international applicants: Due to funding restrictions, the Faculty of Arts is currently limiting the number of international students we can admit. If you are an international applicant, please contact the Associate Chair for Graduate Studies prior to applying.