Philosophie

Semester plan

1. Semester 120 ECTS requiredIntroduction to Philosophy · Formal and Informal Logic

   • Introduction to PhilosophySummary by OWWZ: An introduction to philosophical disciplines, periods, concepts and methods, supported by tutorials in text analysis, research and academic writing.winter semester only10 ECTS
   • Formal and Informal LogicSummary by OWWZ: Propositional and quantifier logic support the analysis of linguistic arguments and valid inference. Exercises connect formal logic with philosophical reasoning.10 ECTS
2. Semester 215 ECTS required · 1 elective cataloguePhilosophical Writing and Argument Formulation · Practical Philosophy · Theoretical Philosophy · Required elective from Vertiefende Studien

   • Philosophical Writing and Argument FormulationSummary by OWWZ: Practises writing different kinds of texts and develops rhetorical and argumentative skills for philosophical work.Semesters 2–310 ECTS
   • Practical PhilosophySummary by OWWZ: Ethical, political, social and related practical questions are explored through surveys and classic texts, developing reasoned judgements about conduct and social life.Semesters 2–310 ECTS
   • Theoretical PhilosophySummary by OWWZ: Questions about being, knowledge, language, science, humanity, nature and art are examined through classic texts and selected problems, combining historical perspectives with systematic analysis.Semesters 2–310 ECTS

   Required elective from Vertiefende Studien3 modules · choose 20 ECTS

   • History of PhilosophySummary by OWWZ: A selected period is explored in its intellectual and cultural contexts. Representative texts reveal central questions, innovations and conflicts among philosophical approaches.Semesters 2–510 ECTSRequired elective
   • Interdisciplinary Themes in PhilosophySummary by OWWZ: Interdisciplinary philosophical questions concerning media, images, art, nature and mind illuminate how philosophical concepts shape other disciplines and their research.Semesters 2–510 ECTSRequired elective
   • Philosophical Reading CourseSummary by OWWZ: Two consecutive seminars develop sustained engagement with major philosophical works. Discussion and independent reading strengthen interpretation, argumentation and long-term inquiry.Semesters 2–5Exam (in German): Hausarbeit 10–15 Seiten (benotet).10 ECTSRequired elective
3. Semester 315 ECTS requiredContinues: Philosophical Writing and Argument Formulation, Practical Philosophy, Theoretical Philosophy
4. Semester 410 ECTS required · 1 elective catalogueArea of Specialization I · Practice Module · Required elective from Altsprachliche und interpretatorische Zugänge

   • Area of Specialization ISummary by OWWZ: A self-selected philosophical focus is deepened through a seminar and related lecture. An advanced paper develops independent research questions and scholarly argumentation.Semesters 4–5Exam (in German): Hausarbeit 10–15 Seiten (benotet).10 ECTS
   • Practice ModuleSummary by OWWZ: Offers an internship of at least six weeks or recognised courses in professional skills. For the internship, a portfolio reflects on applying subject knowledge and transferable skills.Semesters 4–5Exam (in German): Portfolio zum Praktikum10 ECTS

   Required elective from Altsprachliche und interpretatorische Zugänge6 modules · choose 10 ECTS

   • Latin PhilosophySummary by OWWZ: Extended Latin philosophical texts develop advanced language skills and interpretation through the reconstruction of arguments, positions and historical accounts of philosophy.Semesters 4–5 · summer semester only10 ECTSRequired elective
   • Introduction to Classical Greek Language and Literature I and II (Graecum)Summary by OWWZ: Students build Greek grammar and vocabulary through prose reading, then translate intermediate texts and place them in philosophical and literary contexts.Semesters 4–510 ECTSRequired elective
   • Latin, Beginner's course to acquire basic knowledge in LatinSummary by OWWZ: Basic Latin grammar and vocabulary are combined with initial reading practice, developing the recognition of forms and simple syntax and their translation into German.Semesters 4–55 ECTSRequired elective
   • Latin, Second Course for Intermidiate Certificate LatinSummary by OWWZ: Reading Caesar develops Latin grammar, syntax and vocabulary, supporting translation and preparation for the intermediate Latin certificate examination.Semesters 4–55 ECTSRequired elective
   • General language coursesSummary by OWWZ: A modern language course introduces or extends language skills at an entry level suited to prior knowledge, with course selection focused on one language.Semesters 4–5 · irregular5 ECTSRequired elective
   • General and subject-specific language coursesSummary by OWWZ: Students extend their skills in a modern language or, where appropriate, begin another language. Course selection and level reflect their existing learning profile.Semesters 4–5 · irregular5 ECTSRequired elective
5. Semester 510 ECTS requiredContinues: Area of Specialization I, Practice Module
6. Semester 610 ECTS required · 1 elective catalogueBachelor thesis · Required elective from Vertiefung und Abschlussprüfung

   • Bachelor thesisSummary by OWWZ: An independently researched thesis addresses a self-selected philosophical question, reviews scholarship and develops a reasoned response within a chosen area of specialization.ThesisExam (in German): Bachelorarbeit.10 ECTS

   Required elective from Vertiefung und Abschlussprüfung2 modules · choose 10 ECTS

   • Area of Specialization IISummary by OWWZ: A second philosophical focus combines seminar work with independent reading of central texts. Oral discussion develops interpretation and the presentation of connections across texts and problems.Exam (in German): Mündliche Prüfung10 ECTSRequired elective
   • Discussion of philosophical papersSummary by OWWZ: Colloquia discuss students’ philosophical work and recent publications, developing the communication of research and the revision of positions in response to criticism.Exam (in German): Mündliche Prüfung10 ECTSRequired elective

Topic profile

ECTS by topic from the curriculum’s modules; together at most the programme’s ECTS.RequiredElective

• Philosophy74 ECTS: 50 required, 24 elective74 ECTS
• Ethics5 ECTS: 5 required5 ECTS
• Logic and set theory5 ECTS: 5 required5 ECTS
• Foreign languages (practice)3 ECTS: 0 required, 3 elective3 ECTS
• History3 ECTS: 0 required, 3 elective3 ECTS
• Classics, Latin and Ancient Greek3 ECTS: 0 required, 3 elective3 ECTS
• Art history and theory3 ECTS: 0 required, 3 elective3 ECTS
• Translation and interpreting3 ECTS: 0 required, 3 elective3 ECTS

Curriculum sources

• Lesefassung Studienordnung der Philosophischen Fakultät für das Fach Philosophie als Kernfach- und Ergänzungsfach in Studiengängen mit dem Abschluss Bachelor of ArtsStudy regulations · Version Lesefassung Stand 22. März 2024; vierte Änderung vom 8. Februar 2024 · checked 17 October 2026
• Modulkatalog – PhilosophieModule handbook · Version PO-Version 2024; Stand (Druck) 05.03.2026 · checked 15 October 2026
• Studienplan – PhilosophieStudy plan · Version Version 2025 · checked 15 October 2026