Philosophy (Bachelor of Arts, B.A.)
Studying philosophy at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin provides analytical precision, argumentative rigor, and a deep understanding of fundamental questions concerning life, knowledge, and action.
Please choose
- Major Field of Study
- Minor Field of Study
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At a glance
Course structure and content
The programme aims to convey fundamental philosophical methods and to familiarise students with the key issues of philosophy using selected focuses. At the end of the course, students will not be expected to know all the answers, but rather, to know the most important questions of theoretical and practical philosophy. In addition, students will intensively hande philosophical problems by engaging with two selected focuses. In particular, the work techniques students learn during the course include interpreting philosophical texts, forming conclusive arguments, analysing problems, composing academic texts, and oral presentations of the knowledge acquired.
Minor field of study (60 CP)
| Module | Title | Size |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Introduction to Philosophy | 6 CP |
| 02 | Introduction to Logic | 5 CP |
| 05 | Theoretical Philosophy | 12 CP |
| 06 | Practical Philosophy | 12 CP |
| 07 | Elective module I | 10 CP |
| 11 | Elective module III | 10 CP |
| 12 | Project II | 5 CP |
General elective course offerings (ÜWP) for students coming from other courses of studies
| Module | Title | Size |
|---|---|---|
| 02 | Introduction to Logic | 5 CP |
| 03 | Logic in-depth | 5 CP |
| 13 | Elective module I | 5 CP |
| 14 | Elective module II | 5 CP |
Special features
Philosophy at Humboldt-Universität has a great tradition. For example, Fichte and Hegel taught here.
Today, the department is one of the largest in Germany. It currently has 10 teaching professors and more than 20 academic staff and assistants. The department’s systematic focuses are Philosophy of Spirit, Philosophy of Science, Logic in Philosophy, Philosophy of Culture, Political Philosophy and Ethics. Its historic emphases are Philosophy of Classical Antiquity, the Middle Ages, Early Modern Times and German Idealism.
The department is home to numerous researchers and students from across the world.
Students are not simply ‘taught’ – they also have the opportunity to be involved in research and teaching activities at an early stage.
Subject-specific admission and enrolment rules
Career opportunities & prospects
You can apply for the Philosophy master’s programme.
Find out more in the overview of HU study programmes or via the database Hochschulkompass nationwide.
A Bachelor's degree in Philosophy opens up diverse career prospects in fields that require analytical thinking, argumentation skills, and linguistic precision. These include:
- Academia, Research, and Education
- Cultural Management, Media, and Journalism
- Politics, Administration, and Ethics Consulting
- Corporate Communications, HR Development, and Consulting
Furthermore, the degree serves as a foundation for the research-oriented Master's programme in Philosophy at HU, which leads to advanced academic specialization and, ultimately, it opens up the possibility of a doctorate.
More information on career prospects and alternatives can be found in the Berufenet database.
Study subject counselling and recognition of credits
Dr. Romy Jaster
Department of Philosophy
Universitäts-Hauptgebäude, Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin