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Philosophie (Hauptfach im Kombinationsbachelor) – Philosophy at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Combination-bachelor major giving broad content and methodological knowledge of philosophy, driven by the wish to understand human experience, the structures of thinking and communicating and the ethical basis of action.

Faculty: Fachbereich 03 Social Sciences and Philosophy  |  Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects  |  Study mode: full-time; major subject (Hauptfach) of the combination bachelor; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Broad content and methods of philosophy.

Career pathways

Qualifies for work inside and outside universities, though a gap exists between philosophy studies and professions.

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Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent; knowledge of a foreign language at CEFR level B2 (usually English) or Latin/ancient Greek at Latinum/Graecum level. One or two minor subjects must be chosen; cannot be combined with Philosophy (minor). International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 18.09.2026.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects

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