Perspectives

Although a bachelor's degree in philosophy already qualifies graduates to enter employment, the primary course objective is to prepare students for the master's program in philosophy, which is research-oriented and provides a pathway to a doctorate.

The degree program is designed to qualify students for professional careers and provides entry into the workforce. However, it is not a narrowly defined training program for a specific profession. Instead, the bachelor's program imparts skills that are relevant to a wide range of occupations: the ability to think analytically, solve problems creatively, argue rationally, and communicate complex issues in a clear and understandable way. These skills are particularly in demand in the following professional fields: journalism and public relations, literature and cultural management, adult education, media (theater, radio, television), politics, publishing, and business (management consulting). Since the degree program is complemented by a minor, there is also the opportunity to acquire interdisciplinary key skills that open up additional career opportunities.

For more information on career prospects, please visit the website of the Institute of Philosophy. The  "What’s Next?" page of the Career Service also provides a comprehensive overview of potential career paths and professional fields, along with interviews with alumni of Goethe University.