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Philosophy of a Specific Discipline

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    2,694EUR
  • Start date
    Sep
  • QS Ranking
    #148

Program overview

What Erasmus University Rotterdam says about their program:

The Bachelor in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline is a unique program offered at Erasmus University Rotterdam. This program allows students to pursue a second bachelor's degree in philosophy, expanding their academic horizons beyond their primary field of study.

The curriculum focuses on integrating philosophical inquiry with various disciplines, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of philosophical concepts and their applications. Students will engage with current philosophical debates and learn to think critically about complex issues.

This program is designed for ambitious students who wish to explore new academic fields. Graduates can expect to enhance their analytical skills, preparing them for diverse career paths in academia, research, or other sectors that value critical thinking and philosophical insight.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

to see how attainable this program is.

  • A levels

    CCC

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Additional requirements

Documents

Secondary/high-school diploma and final grade list. If the diploma is not yet complete: diploma statement, most recent grade list and penultimate-year grade list. Official translations are required where applicable.

Tests and examinations

English-language proficiency evidence is required unless an official exemption applies. Accepted evidence includes IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, Cambridge English, or another EUR-approved test; online/home versions may not be accepted.

How to apply

Scholarships at Erasmus University Rotterdam

  • ESE Waiver for Excellent Current Non-EEA Bachelor's Students

    Official page

    Erasmus School of Economics offers a partial tuition-fee waiver for excellent current non-EEA bachelor students for the stated academic year. The waiver is not paid as cash; requirements and application route are set by ESE.

  • Philip Hans Franses Scholarship

    Official page

    The Philip Hans Franses Scholarship is available to excellent international bachelor and master students at Erasmus School of Economics. Applicants must meet the programme's academic and motivation requirements; the current award amount and deadline are stated in the annual ESE call.

  • Rotterdam Talent Scholarship

    Official page

    The Rotterdam Talent Scholarship is a full scholarship for talented international or Dutch students admitted to Erasmus University College who live or studied in Rotterdam and demonstrate financial need. It covers tuition, housing and study materials; the current call provides the detailed cost package and deadline.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

Erasmus University Rotterdam provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. Erasmus University Rotterdam encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Category Cost  (in Euro)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre€1,443
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre€1,160
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)€230
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)€44
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)€21
Monthly public transport pass€90
Monthly grocery basket€196
Books and study supplies (monthly)€100
Coffee shop drink€4
Cinema or cultural event ticket€14
Gym membership€38

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and eur.nl (University published).

Visa requirements for Erasmus University Rotterdam

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