MA in Philosophy

at York University

The Graduate Program in Philosophy offers rigorous training for MA students in preparation for admission to PhD programs, and supports PhD students in developing a professional research profile.  Our program specializes in a number of research areas, including: (i) ethics, political philosophy, and philosophy of law; (ii) philosophy of cognitive science, mind, and language; (iii) history of 19th and 20th century philosophy; and (iv) philosophy of science and epistemology.

Our program teaches both traditional and interdisciplinary methods, including empirical, conceptual, and applied approaches.  Faculty in the graduate program also engage in ongoing discourse with researchers in other disciplines, including law, psychology, neuroscience, and healthcare.  Students may complement their training with graduate diplomas, including the Diploma in Value Theory and Applied Ethics and the Neuroscience Graduate Diploma.

Application pre-requisites

Online Application Application fee 130 Supplementary Information Form Statement of Interest Curriculum Vitae (CV) Writing sample Transcripts

Minimum English Scores

TOEFL - 100
IELTS - 7.5
PTE - 76

The cost of attending MA in Philosophy varies greatly based on the type of university attended and the degree pursued. International students pay higher fees than domestic students. Moreover, degrees in humanities, arts, and education courses are often less expensive than degrees in medicine, engineering, or business. International students may expect to spend CA$ 18825 yearly on average to study in York University. Students should be informed that additional course fees and miscellaneous expenses may not be included in tuition.

International students can receive financial aid through scholarships to study in Canada in order to offset their expenses. With a plethora of scholarships available, overseas students can significantly reduce the financial burden of studying in York University . Most scholarships are given to students based on their academic performance or financial situation. Students should, however, check the eligibility criteria to ensure that they are eligible for these scholarships.