Philosophy and Greek MA (Hons)

**Philosophy**<br/><br/>Philosophy has been at the core of Western intellectual life for at least 2,500 years. It is central to our understanding of the world and our interaction with it. <br/><br/>Philosophy gives you the skills to think about great philosophical questions in a clear and systematic way. <br/><br/>While there are different approaches that philosophers have taken, the study of philosophy focuses on: <br/><br/><br/>* argument <br/><br/><br/>* critical enquiry <br/><br/><br/>* rigour in reasoning <br/><br/><br/>* clarity of expression, including making important distinctions <br/><br/><br/>**Philosophy at Edinburgh**<br/><br/>The University has a strong historic connection to the subject, counting Adam Ferguson and Sir William Hamilton among its former students. <br/><br/>Edinburgh has one of the UK’s largest philosophy departments and the Philosophy Society attracts high-profile speakers. <br/><br/>The programme covers the basics of Western philosophy and offers the opportunity to specialise in your areas of interest. <br/><br/>**Greek** <br/>Ancient Greek is the language used for many of the basic concepts of western society. <br/><br/>Ancient Greek culture and thought are at the root of many strands of modern thinking in Europe and beyond. <br/><br/>You will study ancient Greek language and literature, through courses that explore its relevance in the ancient Greek, Roman and Byzantine world. <br/><br/>**Studying Philosophy and Greek**<br/><br/>This joint programme gives you in-depth knowledge in both subject areas, and the opportunity to specialise in the topics that interest you most.