Degree Profile
Course Details
Those who philosophize are concerned with the big questions we ask of our lives and the world:
- "What can we know?"
- "What should we do?"
- "What can we hope for?"
- "What is man?"
The major and minor subject in Philosophy enables you to discuss such questions systematically with lecturers and other students. The mediation and reading of current and classical texts by great thinkers of the present and the past - such as Plato, Kant or Wittgenstein - become the basis for your own reflection. Intellectual challenge and intellectual enrichment go hand in hand in this way.
The programme conveys subject-specific knowledge in these areas:
- History of philosophy
- Practical philosophy
- Theoretical philosophy
- Philosophy of science
Job & Career Perspectives
Our graduates are active in these professional fields:
- teaching ethics in primary, regular or vocational schools (provided that a Master's degree related to teaching profession has been completed),
- in the field of media and journalism (feuilleton),
- in cultural and educational institutions,
- in academies and associations,
- in the free economy (e.g. management consultancy),
- in science and research.
Philosophy in Detail
Structure of the study programme
The bachelor's degree course at the University of Erfurt comprises a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor's degree) as well as the fundamental course of study. It aims to impart specialist content and occupational field orientation as well as interdisciplinary skills. The standard period of study is six semesters.
Orientation Phase (First Year)
- Introduction to the history of philosophy
- Introduction to logic
- Introduction to Practical Philosophy
- Introduction to Theoretical Philosophy
Qualification Phase (Second/Third Year)
- History of philosophy
- Practical philosophy
- Introduction to religious studies
- Theoretical philosophy
- Philosophy of Science
Two-Subject-Bachelor
The major and minor subjects differ in terms of the content and scope of the course. In the major subject a Bachelor thesis is written.
Possible combinations
At the University of Erfurt, you will study a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor) in the bachelor's program. You may have to observe combination rules.
Combination rule:
- Philosophy can be combined with all fields of study.
Online-Tool Studimat
The STUDIMAT supports you in combining the major with the minor subject. Try it out now!
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Study abroad
A semester abroad in an English speaking country is strongly recommended. The International Office will be happy to assist you in organizing your stay abroad.
Internships
Internships during studies
- Interdisciplinary Internship for Vocational Field
- optional: Internship for Vocational Field
Further internships for students with the professional goal of becoming teachers:
- two school type-related school internships in the Bachelor's program
Study teaching profession
Information about study teaching profession
Teacher training takes place in the Bachelor-Master study system. The degree is equivalent to the 1st state examination. Following the Master's program, you will complete the preparatory service, which concludes with the 2nd state examination.
study teaching at the University of Erfurt
Relevance for teacher training
If you follow a master's degree course in teaching, you will acquire the teaching qualification for the subject Ethics at the following schools:
- Primary schools
- Secondary schools
- Vocational schools
Studying to become a primary school teacher
- Combination of the major subject Primary and Elementary Education with the minor subject Philosophy.
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Studying to become a secondary school teacher
- Combination of Philosophy with minor subject (relevant to the teaching profession)
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Studying to become a teacher for for special needs pedagogy
- Combination of the major Special Education and Inclusive Pedagogy with the minor Philosophy
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Studying to become a teacher for vocational schools
- Philosophy as a general subject
Admissions qualification
Studying with Abitur
- general qualification for university entrance or the subject-related higher education entrance qualification or a comparable previous education
General information on the admission requirements (study without Abitur):
www.uni-erfurt.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung-einschreibung
Language requirements
Language requirements
- German: Upon application, international applicants must prove German language skills at level B1.
- English: Knowledge at the B2 level
Knowledge of the classical languages of occidental philosophy (Greek and Latin) is an advantage for the degree programme.
Language Centre
The Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum) offers around 140 language courses per semester in 16 modern and ancient (foreign) languages. It supports you in acquiring and deepening your language skills.
www.uni-erfurt.de/sprachenzentrum
International applicants
International applicants whose native language is not German must provide proof of sufficient German language skills (level B1) upon application.
Information on required German language skills and the German language test for university admission (DSH):
No admission limitation (without nc)
Without admission limitation (without NC)
At present, no admission limitation (without numerus clausus) is expected.
Master Programmes
After the Bachelor at the University of Erfurt
Master of Education Primary Schools
Master of Education Secondary Schools
Open Day & Discovery Days
Open Day
Numerous information and advisory services offer you the opportunity to see the study and living conditions in Erfurt for yourself at the open day. Get to know the green campus and the beautiful old town centre on guided tours. Information on the program: Open Day
Discovery Days
The discovery days at the University of Erfurt mean experiencing "studying up close". Within a week (on as many days as you like) you can attend selected courses (lectures or seminars) and get a taste of campus life. Information and program: Discovery Days
Order or download information material
Would you like to hold the study program flyer in your hands? Then request our free information material without obligation. In a few days you will receive mail directly to your home.
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The major and minor subject in Philosophy is admission-free (without NC).
Application for the two-subject Bachelor's degree:
If you wish to combine Philosophy with an admission-free program (without NC), you can enrol directly from May 1 to September 15.
f you wish to combine Philosophy with an admission-restricted program (with NC), please apply from May 1 to July 15 via the following link.
For international students
Want to study one semester or year at the University of Erfurt?
You come from abroad and are interested in studying for a Bachelor's or Master's degree at the University of Erfurt?
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