Faculty of Philosophy and Humanities
Master I Level

Master in Philosophy of Martial Arts

Course Overview
The Master in Philosophy of Martial Arts offers an in-depth overview of Martial Arts and of the Philosophy that underpins them. The aim is not to study Martial Arts merely as a self-defence system, but as a philosophy of life, as a path that leads to awareness of oneself, one’s limits and, above all, one’s goals.

Content

Learning Objectives

The learning objectives of this course are to acquire knowledge of the history of Martial Arts starting from the philosophical principles on which they are based, in order to achieve a comprehensive understanding of the “Way” () and a deeper comprehension of the meaning of life.

Career Opportunities

The Master in Philosophy of Martial Arts offers various employment opportunities in the labour market. Below is a list of some of the possible professional outcomes:

• Teaching of Martial Arts
• University courses on the Philosophy of Martial Arts
• Organisation and teaching of courses in conscious self-defence, especially for socially vulnerable groups

Modules

M-FIL/01 - Eastern and Western Philosophy
M-STO/04 - History of Martial Arts
M-FIL/08 - The Concept of “Way”: “Do” and “Tao”
M-EDF/01 - Philosophy of Internal Martial Arts (General Part)
L-OR/22 - Philosophy of Tai Chi Chuan, Pa Kua, I Ching (Special Part)
M-EDF/01 - Philosophy of Karate
L-OR/22 - The Way of the Sword
M-FIL/03 - Martial Arts and Philosophy of Life
M-PED/01 - Martial Arts against Bullying

Final Thesis

Other Information

Admission Requirements, Assessment and Final Examination

Applicants holding an upper secondary school diploma (high school diploma) and a Bachelor’s Degree or a Specialist, Master’s or pre-reform Degree are eligible for enrolment. In the absence of the required academic qualifications, admission on the basis of a dossier is possible, following an evaluation of the qualifications obtained and the experience acquired, as well as the competences developed within the framework of professional activity.

Classes will be delivered, at the Lecturer’s discretion, through term papers, commentaries, specialist manuals, teaching handouts or live-streaming lessons via an online platform. Assessment is expressed on a scale of thirty points.

The final examination consists of a thesis of at least 30 pages on one of the topics covered during the Master’s programme.

Duration: Six months / 100 hours
Attendance: Two live-streaming lessons per week, 2 hours each

Lecturer: Prof. Massimiliano Pusceddu

Enrolment: Open all year round

Mode of delivery: Online

Fee: EUR 2,200.00 + EUR 300.00 for Enrolment and Administration Fees

 
 
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