Overview

The graduates possess the capacity to address theoretical issues of philosophy in the context of developmental trends in the history of philosophy as well as in relation to particular social and cultural processes.

They are able to monitor specific philosophical-theoretical and methodological issues in contemporary philosophy, critically reflect on their scientific level, and independently propose productive solutions as well as to identify, formulate, and solve relevant philosophical and scientific problems, assess possibilities, utilize results, and apply methods of interdisciplinary research (biology, psychology, sociology, history, linguistics, cultural theory, communication theory, etc.).

Career Opportunities

The Systematic Philosophy programme from University of Presov prepares students for careers that demand a high level of oral and written communication, independence in applying philosophical methods (such as analysis and the use of empirical findings) to solve theoretical and practical problems within a broader context. Graduates develop skills in professionally presenting their own opinions, effectively employing argumentation strategies, cultivating habits of independent work, and continuously expanding their professional knowledge.

They are also trained in decision-making that considers multiple value perspectives and addresses moral, social, legal, and economic contexts relevant to their field of study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theoretical and Methodological Seminar

Doctoral Seminar for Postgraduate Students

Hermeneutic and Phenomenological Reading of Text

Philosophical and Ethical Issues in Literature

Aesthetics

Foreign language in Academic Discourse

Higher Education Pedagogy

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Prešov, Slovakia

Disciplines

Philosophy

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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

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

The basic condition for admission to doctoral studies is the completion of a second-degree study programme (other conditions are specified in the framework requirements of individual study programmes). The applicant applies on the form Application for doctoral studies of the ŠEVT with the required attachments, which is sent to the Unit for Education and Doctoral Studies of the Faculty of Arts PU in Prešov.
The statement of results of the master's studies is attached in the form of an addendum to the diploma (in this case it is not necessary to fill in the table Statement of results of the master's studies on page 2 of the application form).

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year
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EU/EEA Nationals

3500 EUR / year

≈ 3500 EUR / year

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Scholarships Information

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