Filosofie ( research )

Our Research Master Philosophy offers you the opportunity to work with leading scholars in the history of philosophy, practical philosophy and theoretical philosophy.
The Faculty of Philosophy in Groningen is a vibrant, international community of excellent researchers and teachers. It consistently receives the highest evaluations both for research and for teaching among philosophy departments in the Netherlands from independent assessors. Groningen's internationally renowned staff have expertise in almost all areas of philosophy, with particular strengths in early modern philosophy, ethics, metaethics, social and political philosophy, feminism, philosophy of mind and logic. Read about our research.The Research Master allows you to specialize in one of three areas: History of Philosophy, Theoretical Philosophy and Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy.Page 81 of the 2025-2026 study guide provides information about the program's content and structure. As a research master's student you will receive instruction in core areas of philosophy and choose courses and tutorials aimed at your particular interests. In addition to philosophical training, students will develop professional skills such as academic writing, presenting at conferences, publishing research and networking within the academic community which are essential for a career in academia or in a related field. Mak