MA Programme

History & Philosophy of Science and Logic

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PROFILE

HPS+Logic offers one of the most manifold and interdisciplinary course progammes.

Degree:

Master of Arts

Area:

Philosophy

History and Philosophy of Science

Culture of Science

Logic and History of Logic

Duration:

4 semesters, 120 ECTS

Start:

Winter and summer term

Course language:

English

Location:

Bochum, Germany

Faculty:

Philosophy and Educational Science

Lecturers:

About 40 lecturers from 9 different faculties and departments

International cooperations

Partner programmes in Utrecht, Vienna, Mexico City

Who can apply?

Graduates from science, mathematics, engineering, the humanities and social sciences

Curious?

To get an impression of our course programme (summer term 2026) click here.

Have a look at an article about HPS+Logic and one of our students at RUB News.

How to apply?

Application deadlines
Summer term: 15 March (EU students), 15 January (Non-EU students)
Winter term: 15 September (EU students), 15 July (Non-EU students)
EU students send their application to hps-plus@rub.de
Non-EU students have to apply online. Important note: during the online application process, you get the option to upload an essay as well as language certificates and a CV. These uploads are mandatory, even if the form says that they are optional.
To find out if you are considered an EU student or non-EU student, check here.
For details regarding the application process, see here

Come and study in Bochum, ranked among the Top 50 Philosophy Departments worldwide!

(QS World Rankings)