Master History and Philosophy of Knowledge

This interdisciplinary Master’s degree programme covers knowledge in general history, history of technology, history of science, philosophy, cultural studies and comparative literature.

Students are encouraged to investigate in a scientific manner the normative, symbolic, social, institutional, political and economic conditions under which knowledge originates and how its development in turn interacts with these.

Specialisations

• Philosophy
• History
• Science of Literature and Culture

Language of instruction

English (starting autumn semester 2025)

Credits | duration

120 ECTS | 2 years

Academic Title

Master of Arts ETH in History and Philosophy of Knowledge

Requirement profile

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Detailed information

Master’s degree programme History and Philosophy of Knowledge