BA Philosophy (50% weighting) at Heidelberg University

“Philosophising” is at times equated with an abstract discussion of the “big questions”. Even if one sometimes discusses what can be called “the big questions” during one's studies, it is not a matter of immediately ascending eloquently to the Olympus of knowledge, but rather of first acquiring, in small steps, the tools to adress the “big questions” in a dignified and precise manner. This includes, on the one hand, training in the art of rational argumentation; on the other hand, guided reading of central philosophical texts.

Faculty: Faculty of Philosophy  |  Department: Department of Philosophy  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option available); German-taught and usually German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester only  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The degree programme is modular. Students must attend the two introductory courses (propaedeutics) in the first two semesters.

Career pathways

The polyvalent Bachelor's degree opens up two qualification options: the academic training can serve as the basis for the Master of Education in the Lehramt Gymnasium profile if the career goal is to become a teacher.

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