Colleges and Universities Offering Master of Arts in Philosophy in South Africa

  • Course Name: Master of Arts in Philosophy(Philosophy)
  • Major Subject: Philosophy
  • Course Category: Masters Courses

Master of Arts in Philosophy is a comprehensive program that delves into various philosophical theories, methodologies and critical thinking skills. This program allows students to engage in stimulating intellectual discussions, analyze complex ideas and develop a deeper understanding of philosophical concepts. By exploring topics such as ethics, metaphysics, epistemology, logic and social philosophy, students gain the necessary skills to think critically and articulate complex arguments.


Graduates can pursue various career opportunities such as:
1. Academic lecturer/professor
2. Researcher
3. Writer/author
4. Policy analyst
5. Ethics consultant
6. Journalist
7. Philanthropy coordinator
8. Museum curator
9. Publisher/editor
10. Government consultant.

Institutions Offering Master of Arts in Philosophy

  • University of the Witwatersrand University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg  
    Entry Requirements:
    Masters by Coursework and Research Report:
    - A bachelors degree with honours from Wits or another university with a 65% total mark aggregate.

    Masters by Dissertation:
    - A bachelors degree with honours from Wits or another university with a 65% total mark aggregate.
    - A supervisor from the Faculty of Humanities must be identified and approached prior to application.


    Course Duration:
    - 1 year (Full time)
    - 2 years (Part time)
  • St Augustine College of South Africa St Augustine College of South Africa, Johannesburg  
    Specialization
    1. Fundamental and Systematic Theology
    2. Christian Spirituality

    Modules Overview:
    • Dignity of the human person
    • Biblical studies
    • Philosophy of religion
    • General survey of Theology (unless exempt due to previous studies in Theology)
    • Research paper in the area of specialisation
  • University of Limpopo University of Limpopo, Polokwane  
    Course Entry Requirements:
    (a) A candidate must be in possession of a Bachelor Honours Degree in a relevant subject or
    recommendation after the interview in courses where 60% is not achieved.

    Course Duration:
    (a) A minimum of one year and a maximum of three years.
  • University of Pretoria University of Pretoria, Pretoria  
    Admission Requirements:
    Honours degree in Philosophy or relevant honours degree
    A cumulative weighted average of at least 65% for the honours degree

    Duration of study:
    1 year, full-time.
  • University of Stellenbosch University of Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch  
    Specific Admission Requirements:
    An Honours degree in Philosophy, or a qualification considered to be equivalent by Senate.
  • North West University North West University, Mafikeng  
    Course Duration: 1-3 years
  • St. Augustine College of South Africa St. Augustine College of South Africa, Johannesburg  




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