Overview

In the Philosophy programme from University of Waterloo, we give strong support to our students on the job market, whether academic, alt-academic, or outside academia. We encourage students who want to apply philosophical thinking beyond academia. Our graduates go on to work in healthcare, government, law, corporate

Key Features

We have a lively and engaged graduate community, which has been running its own graduate conference series for over 20 years.

We also host monthly socials where grad students and faculty get a chance to interact informally.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Philosophy Of Quantum Theory
Pandemic Philosophy
Optimization
Seminar In Cognitive Science
Ignorance
Ethics Of Care
Politics For A Non-ideal World

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Waterloo, Canada

Disciplines

Philosophy View 36 other Masters in Philosophy in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

7.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

The average required for admission is 78%.

From normal undergraduate programs in Philosophy: the normal background for MA students is that provided by the four-year Honours Bachelor of Arts (BA) at the University of Waterloo.

Students who have completed a MA in Philosophy should apply to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) program. Students who have completed other advanced degrees in Philosophy or who have already completed work at another PhD program may be given advanced status in the PhD program.

Three academic references.

Proof of English language proficiency, if applicable. TOEFL 100 (writing 26, speaking 26), IELTS 7.5 (writing 7.0, speaking 7.0)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

15392 CAD / year

≈ 15392 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4508 CAD / year

≈ 4508 CAD / year

Additional Details

Part-time:

National: $1,127 per term
International: $3,848 per term

Living costs

Waterloo

Canada

810 - 1447 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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