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Bachelor of Philosophy

Pacific Lutheran University

  • Tacoma, United States
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

A one-year research master's in Philosophy completed through an independent supervised thesis.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Philosophy in Research Master to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in philosophy in research master concepts
  • Research methods and professional practice. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Career outcomes

  • Research Assistant
  • Project Assistant
  • Program Coordinator

Curriculum

  • Independent research project in Philosophy guided by a supervisor
  • Supported by research training and regular supervisory meetings
  • And completed with a thesis for examination. Students join the school's research community and its research training and events.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • Completion of upper secondary school with a college-preparatory curriculum
  • Official transcripts translated into English
  • Personal essay of at least 250 words
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Academic recommendation optional
  • SAT/ACT optional.

Accepted academic background

Upper secondary school completion with a college-preparatory curriculum (4 years English, 2 Maths, 2 Foreign language, 2 Social studies, 2 Lab science, 3 Electives, Maths and language deficiencies may be made up in year 1), Official transcripts translated to English, No education gap over 2 years after secondary school. Transfer applicants: college transcripts.

Language tests

  • IELTS 6.5
  • TOEFL iBT 4.0
  • PTE Academic 56
  • Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

  • Passport identification
  • Academic transcripts
  • Academic certificates
  • English proficiency evidence where required
  • Program-specific supporting documents.

How to apply

  1. Visit the official website. Review the admission requirements for Bachelor of Philosophy. Complete the application form. Submit academic transcripts
  2. Passport identification
  3. English proficiency evidence where required
  4. supporting documents. Pay the application fee. Submit financial evidence if required for international admission. Wait for the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year$55,760 USD
Application fee$65 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusTacoma
Faculty or schoolCollege of Liberal Studies
DepartmentDepartment of Arts and Humanities
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value120
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship notePacific Lutheran University scholarships or awards may be available to eligible students, Subject to published criteria.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    September 2027

    Apply by

    1 Jul 2027

    229 days left
  • Program starts

    February 2028

    Apply by

    No deadline listed

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.