Philosophy

Charles University - Faculty of Arts

Key information
Field of study:
Philosophy and ethics
Study language:
CZ
Study programme code:
P0223D100018
Typ programu:
doctoral study programme
Application deadline:
30.04.2026
ISCED code:
0223
Awarded degree:
Ph.D.
Study duration:
4 years
Location:
Praha
Application and admission procedure
Application deadline:
30.04.2026
Application fee:
940.00 CZK
Study

The graduate is a highly educated expert who has shown an ability to develop their knowledge in a creative way. The dissertation demonstrates an outstanding contribution in a specialisation chosen from a wide range of themes, including the history of ideas, practical and theoretical philosophy and topics in contemporary thinking. The graduate is equipped, in terms of knowledge, method and language skills, to do independent research in philosophy and social sciences. He/she can be employed as a researcher in social sciences, university teacher, editor or translator of expert publications, critic, commentator, or executive worker and analyst in state administration. The graduate has analytical and language skills applicable to a large scale of professions which need critical thinking, ranging from public agencies to private enterprises.

University

University detail

Institution type:
public
Founded:
1348
Abbreviation:
CUNI
Number of students:
49120
Number of international students in degree programmes:
1256
Number of international exchange students:
3131
Number of international alumni:
1256

Looking for a university with a long tradition and a modern academic environment? Charles University offers more than 600 study programmes across 17 faculties in Prague, Pilsen and Hradec Králové. You can choose from medicine, natural and technical sciences, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, theology and sport. At Charles University, you can do more than simply gain knowledge. You can get involved in research, spend a semester abroad or meet students from all over the world. The university cooperates with hundreds of international institutions and offers many opportunities to gain experience abroad, including through the Erasmus+ programme. Whether you are interested in science, working with people, medicine, languages or law, Charles University offers a wide range of options to help you find a field that matches your interests and shape your own path.

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Field of study:
Philosophy and ethics
Study language:
CZ
Study programme code:
P0223D100018
Typ programu:
doctoral study programme
Application deadline:
30.04.2026
ISCED code:
0223
Awarded degree:
Ph.D.
Study duration:
4 years
Location:
Praha
Application deadline:
30.04.2026
Application fee:
940.00 CZK

The graduate is a highly educated expert who has shown an ability to develop their knowledge in a creative way. The dissertation demonstrates an outstanding contribution in a specialisation chosen from a wide range of themes, including the history of ideas, practical and theoretical philosophy and topics in contemporary thinking. The graduate is equipped, in terms of knowledge, method and language skills, to do independent research in philosophy and social sciences. He/she can be employed as a researcher in social sciences, university teacher, editor or translator of expert publications, critic, commentator, or executive worker and analyst in state administration. The graduate has analytical and language skills applicable to a large scale of professions which need critical thinking, ranging from public agencies to private enterprises.

Institution type:
public
Founded:
1348
Abbreviation:
CUNI
Number of students:
49120
Number of international students in degree programmes:
1256
Number of international exchange students:
3131
Number of international alumni:
1256

Looking for a university with a long tradition and a modern academic environment? Charles University offers more than 600 study programmes across 17 faculties in Prague, Pilsen and Hradec Králové. You can choose from medicine, natural and technical sciences, law, economics, social sciences, humanities, theology and sport. At Charles University, you can do more than simply gain knowledge. You can get involved in research, spend a semester abroad or meet students from all over the world. The university cooperates with hundreds of international institutions and offers many opportunities to gain experience abroad, including through the Erasmus+ programme. Whether you are interested in science, working with people, medicine, languages or law, Charles University offers a wide range of options to help you find a field that matches your interests and shape your own path.

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