Portuguese and Philosophy, MA (Hons)

Portuguese, one of the world's ten most spoken languages with approximately 260 million speakers, connects diverse cultures from Brazil to Mozambique. Paired with philosophy, a cornerstone of Western thought for over 2,500 years, this programme deepens understanding of the contemporary world and historical contexts. At the University of Edinburgh, students develop advanced Portuguese language skills through intensive training and immersion in literature, film, music, and arts from Portugal, Brazil, and Lusophone Africa. Many begin as beginners and graduate with strong linguistic and intercultural abilities.Philosophy courses encourage clear, systematic exploration of profound questions, introducing key thinkers and revealing connections across human experiences while challenging underlying assumptions. Edinburgh, a historic global city, offers an ideal setting for this study, with philosophy taught since 1583 and Portuguese for over 30 years. The four-year programme includes flexible course options, enhancing skills in arts, humanities, and social sciences, and features a full year abroad in a Portuguese-speaking country.