Master of Arts in Philosophy (Political and legal Thought)

The M.A. in Political and Legal Thought program is offered by the Department of Philosophy in collaboration with the Department of Political Studies and the Faculty of Law. The program builds on each unit’s strengths in political, legal, and ethical theory, providing students with opportunities for interdisciplinary engagement with leading scholars. The program is designed to be completed in one year (12 months). During the Fall and Winter terms, students complete 6 courses, 4 of which must be designated Political and Legal Thought courses, which span Philosophy, Politics, and Law. During the Spring and Summer terms, students write Major Research Papers on topics of their choosing under faculty supervision.