Department of Philosophy
Constituent Department of University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad
About Department of Philosophy
Background, academic mission, and departmental profile
The Department is eminently known in the country for research in diverse fields of philosophy. It has been recognised by the UGC as a Department of Special Assistance since 1987. The thrust areas of research under this programme are (1) Philosophy of Language: Indian and Western: (2) Cognitive Science (including Logic and Philosophy of Mind). The Department has also received grants under ASIHSS for a period of five years since April 2006 to March 2011. The thrust areas under this scheme are (1) Philosophy of Science and (2) Moral and Political Philosophy – both from Indian and Western Perspectives. In addition to these, the Department also carries on research in Philosophy of Wittgenstein, Contemporary Western Philosophy, and systems of Indian Philosophy like Nyaya and Buddhism.
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Common queries about Department of Philosophy
Where is the Department of Philosophy located?
The Department of Philosophy is an academic teaching department of University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad, located in Hyderabad, Telangana, India.
How can students enroll in courses offered by this department?
Admissions to courses offered by Department of Philosophy are conducted as per University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad guidelines, through institutional counseling, entrance examination results, or direct application via the official university portal.
What qualifications are awarded by Department of Philosophy?
Depending on the curriculum, the department awards University diplomas, certificates, postgraduate degrees, and research fellowships accredited under University of Hyderabad, Hyderabad.