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Degree program in which this course can be chosen
Please see the corresponding degree program for more detailed information and application modalities:Admission requirements
NC (numerus clausus) selection procedure
General information about the selection process for degree programs with restricted admission as well as the threshold values for previous admission cycles can be found here.
A summary in English of the selection process for degree programs with restricted admission can be found here.
Information regarding Studienkolleg
Applicants with a foreign university entrance qualification that does not grant them direct access to university education in Germany pursuant to the qualification comparability regulations of the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs must attend a Preparatory College (Studienkolleg) prior to studying. You can acquire the subject-specific university entrance qualification here. Further information can be found on the website of the Preparatory College (Studienkolleg).
This degree program relates to the following specialized course at the Studienkolleg:
G-course
Notes on the application process
For applications for joint degree programs where at least one subject has restricted admission requirements, the application deadline for restricted admission degree programs applies.
General information for the course
Studies in Philosophy investigate four questions proposed by Kant: What can I know? What must I do? What may I hope? What is the human being? In addition to these questions, philosophy covers a wide spectrum of topics and questions, which are classified into the areas of practical philosophy, theoretical philosophy, and the history of philosophy. Practical philosophy covers questions of existence value. Theoretical philosophy researches the structure and the perception of reality. The history of philosophy investigates the development of ideas and systems of thought.
Philosophy can be studied as a 1st or 2nd major in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences degree program.
Study contents
In addition to the fundamentals of the subject, the study of Philosophy as a 1st major includes the methodological foundations, the basics of practical philosophy, theoretical philosophy, the history of philosophy, logic, and academic work.
Furthermore, it comprises an in-depth study of individual sub-areas of practical and theoretical philosophy, the history of philosophy as well as a broad selection of individual topics, which are linked to the acquisition of specific competencies (comprehension, critique, reasoning, developing solutions). It comprises skills in using current research literature in philosophy as well as the discussion of specialized questions in theoretical and practical philosophy.
Finally, the program includes the Area General Qualification, where, depending on the content, interdisciplinary skills, foreign languages or skills in other subjects, as well as knowledge of the professional field are acquired through internships.
Stay abroad
Would you like to spend a semester abroad? Whether it is a semester of studies, an internship or a language course abroad, you will definitely benefit from the international experience. You can improve your knowledge of your subject and language skills, establish new contacts, make friends, get to know other cultures, and much more. You can find further information on the International Office’s website.
Mandatory internship during studies
Six weeks (for students who choose Philosophy as their 1st major)
Study documents
The official announcements of TU Dresden include all published regulations . Please use the search bar to find the document you need: Official proclamation
The regulations are also available on each institution’s website.
Contacts
Central Student Information and Counselling Service
Study Counsellor
Ms. Dipl.-Päd. Cornelia Blum
Central Student Information and Counselling Service
Post address:
TU Dresden
Zentrale Studienberatung
01062 Dresden
- Tel.
- +49 351 463-33403
Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Science
Academic Advisor
Ms. Dr. Lisa Hecht
Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Science
Post address:
TU Dresden
Philosophische Fakultät
Institut für Philosophie
01062 Dresden
- Tel.
- +49 351 463-32886
Office Hours:
Please arrange an appointment or visit us during our office hours.