Master of Arts in Continental Philosophy

The Master of Arts in Continental Philosophy offers students the opportunity to benefit from the unique strength of the Philosophy Research Initiative. Continental Philosophy approaches contemporary issues through longstanding philosophical questions. The continental philosophical tradition offers new ways to think about contemporary issues such as technology, the environment, gender, race and inequality, as well as new approaches to the promises of art, language, and the challenges of history.

Students will benefit from strong international links established by the Philosophy Research Initiative, including an extensive International College of Fellows. The high profile activities of the energetic Philosophy Research Initiative include public events such as Thinking Out Loud: The Sydney Lectures in Philosophy and Society organised in collaboration with the ABC, the State Library of NSW and Fordham University Press. The Philosophy Research Initiative at Western Sydney University is one of the strongest concentrations in Continental Philosophy in Australasia, presenting students with a unique opportunity to work at the cutting edge of philosophy today. This is a challenging, rigorous, innovative degree, developing skills in critical thinking, combined with an education in a broad range of positions throughout the history of Continental Philosophy to the present day. If you wish to continue to a PhD, the Master of Arts in Continental Philosophy articulates with the research pathway degree (Master of Research) in the second year. A Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate are also offered in Continental Philosophy.