Master of Arts in Philosophy

Saint Louis University's Master of Arts in Philosophy is designed for students who want to broaden their philosophical knowledge through graduate studies without necessarily intending to pursue a Ph.D. Courses in SLU's philosophy graduate program examine historical and contemporary issues such as problems in metaphysics, epistemology, social and political ethics and philosophy of religion, among others. Unique resources available to the program include the international philosophical journal Res Philosophica; the Vatican Film Library, one of the finest repositories of its kind in the Western hemisphere; and the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies. There are regular opportunities to work with eminent visiting scholars, numerous colloquia and conferences, a wide variety of reading groups and opportunities to participate in exchange programs. Graduates will be able to analyze and defend a philosophical position on a philosophical problem. Graduates will be able to gather sources relevant to a philosophical problem. Graduates will be able to interpret sources relevant to a philosophical problem. Graduates will be able to synthesize sources relevant to a philosophical problem. There are no requirements for acceptance into the graduate program in philosophy. However, a philosophy major is strongly recommended. In general, at least six philosophy courses are expected, including logic and history of philosophy. Courses in SLU's philosophy graduate program examine historical as well as contemporary issues, such as problems in metaphysics, epistemology, social and political ethics and philosophy of religion, among others. Graduates will be able to make a scholarly contribution to the field of philosophy.  

Career Path 

Graduate career path includes Teaching Assistant Supervisor, Academic Advisor (Humanities), Curriculum Developer (Philosophy/Ethics Programs), Community Education Program Coordinator, Secondary School Teacher (Advanced Philosophy/Logic), Research Assistant (Philosophy/Interdisciplinary Studies), Policy Analyst (Ethics/Philosophy Focus), Scientific Journal Editor (Philosophy), Cultural Affairs Officer, Public Information Officer, Legislative Researcher (Ethics/Philosophy), Government Affairs Specialist, Advocacy Specialist (Justice/Human Rights Focus), NGO Program Coordinator (Ethics/Outreach), Corporate Ethics Specialist, International Development Specialist (Ethics/Policy Focus), Strategic Partnerships Coordinator, Market Research Analyst (Ethics/Trends Focus), Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Corporate Communications Specialist.