哲学系提供世界领先的哲学研究生课程之一。该系强调在该学科的主要领域进行广泛而深入的分析传统培训。研究生和教职员工都受益于高度合议的哲学社区。
UNLIKE MANY PROGRAMS that offer an independent or hybrid PhD in ancient philosophy, the University of Michigan has its students pursue two degrees in tandem: a PhD in either Philosophy or Classical Studies together with an MA in the companion field, in accordance with the established standards in each field. Because of overlapping requirements, all of this can be accomplished within the standard six years for the PhD, depending on your level of preparation and planning, though some students take slightly longer. This structure reflects our approach to interdisciplinarity. Rather than look for space between the two fields, we think that the study of ancient philosophy is best stimulated by bringing together the special expertises in each discipline, whether they be logical and analytical techniques, ancient literary theory, the knowledge of politicial institutions and religious traditions, or papyrology (all strengths at Michigan). There is no one best way to study ancient philosophy, all of these approaches provide valuable insights. By bringing each into conversation with the others, all are enriched.<br><br>Students in the PhD program in Philosophy spend the first four to five terms doing course work to develop their basic philosophical and analytical skills and improve their writing, by taking a range of courses, including a required first term proseminar on philosophical method. Eleven graduate courses in philosophy are required, as well as passing a logic requirement (through a course or examination), before candidacy is achieved.