Expand your master’s research with an advanced interdisciplinary graduate degree
In Penn’s Master of Philosophy in Liberal Arts, you select the courses most relevant to your interests and passions. Ideal for students who have already completed a master’s degree in the liberal arts or adjacent field and are available on a full- or part-time basis, the Master of Philosophy in Liberal Arts can serve as an important step in future PhD studies or as a way to deepen engagement with the topics that challenge and excite you. This program allows you to:
- Earn an additional graduate degree in just 6 courses: 5 courses and an independent study dedicated to completing your thesis
- Select an advisory committee of two members from Penn’s acclaimed faculty who help establish guidelines for your work
- Demonstrate the quality of your research and writing skills to employers, PhD programs, and peers through your thesis project
With advanced coursework that excites discussion and deep engagement, the Master of Philosophy in Liberal Arts opens interdisciplinary study across the University for lifelong learners with a commitment to academic pursuits.
Daniel E. Murray, MPhil ‘19
