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M.A. Philosophy

Department of Philosophy

Highlights of the Program

  • Two-year (Four Semester) programme with 88 credits under NEP-2020
  • Comprehensive foundation in both Indian and Western Philosophical Traditions
  • Core subjects: Metaphysics, Epistemology, Ethics, Logic, Religion
  • Advanced topics: Analytic Philosophy, Philosophy of Mind, Advanced Symbolic Logic, Philosophy of Osho, M.N. Roy, Aesthetics
  • Integrated applied topics: Applied Ethics (Bio, Environmental, Professional, Medical, etc.)
  • Research-oriented curriculum: Research Methodology, Field Projects, Research Projects
  • Skill Enhancement: Critical thinking, Decision making, Argument mapping, Ethical conduct
  • Flexibility through Electives & MOOC-based courses
  • Continuous Internal Assessment + End Semester Evaluation

Eligibility Criteria

  • Any graduate from a recognized university with a minimum Passing percentage
  • Admission through merit (CAP/Graduation Percentage)

Career Opportunities

  • Assistant Professor (after NET/SET)
  • Research Scholar / Ph.D. (after PET/SET/NET/GATE)
  • Philosophical Counsellor
  • Government jobs (UPSC, MPSC, Banking, SSC)
  • Moral Architects (in AI-related firms)
  • Ethics Compliance Officer
  • Policy Analyst
  • Academic Editor

Industry / Academic Linkages

  • Government policy-making bodies
  • Research institutes and academic collaborations
  • Opportunities via certificate courses and MOOCs
  • Ethics in Artificial Intelligence

Average Salary Package (Indicative)

  • ₹2 – 6 LPA (Entry Level)
  • ₹6+ LPA (Academic/Teaching/Government Sector)

Why Choose This Programme?

  • Being the Mother of All Sciences, this course is the foundation for every stream of study
  • Focuses on critical thinking as a foundation for character building
  • Build your Spiritual Quotient (SQ) to live with clear purpose and meaning
  • Synthesising intellectual rigour (IQ) with emotional intelligence (EQ) to develop resilient,empathetic, and high-functioning ethical leaders
  • Interdisciplinary versatility
  • Research-intensive study of global philosophies designed for real-world application
  • Wide career opportunities in academia, industry and government
  • Prepares students for global careers and Ph.D. programs

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