Studying at the University of Vienna
Franz Pfluegl

Interdisciplinary Ethics (master's programme)

Do you want to do more than just discuss ethical issues – do you want to thoroughly examine them? The master's programme in Interdisciplinary Ethics at the University of Vienna will help you hone your judgement – in a scientifically sound and practical way, whilst addressing current challenges.

What is it about?

During your degree, you will systematically deepen your understanding of philosophical ethics and broaden your horizons to include related fields such as legal, environmental and technological ethics. Right from the start, you will work with academic methods, analyse arguments precisely and develop your own research questions. There is a clear focus on your research skills: you will plan projects, evaluate the literature in a targeted manner and apply theories to specific cases.

The interdisciplinary approach combines philosophy with theological ethics, legal ethics and other relevant approaches. In this way, you will learn to assess complex conflicts from multiple perspectives – ranging from climate policy and AI regulation to issues of social justice. The aim is to equip you with sound specialist and methodological knowledge of ethics as both an academic and a normative discipline. You will practise engaging precisely with different positions, hone your argumentative writing skills and present your findings clearly. By the end of the programme, you will have a solid grasp of the theory and be ready to conduct independent research – with a broad base of knowledge and a keen sense of responsibility.

Gebhard Sengmüller

Insight into the course content

How is my degree programme structured? You can see a list of the course contents here:

Facts and figures

  • 366 students
    in total
    There were 50 graduates in the past academic year.
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    Data updated November 2025
  • 8.1 semester
    average study duration
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    Data updated November 2025
  • No data
    level of difficulty of the degree programme
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  • € 3,097
    average gross monthly income 3 years after graduation
    What career paths are available after graduation? Answers in the Graduate Tracking.
    Data updated 2025

What can you expect after your studies?

Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your masters programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a doctoral/PhD degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless. The following overview shows you what options you have and where you can find the right support.

Ian Ehm

Career profiles

  • Which careers are possible after this degree?

    The programme fosters independent research and critical thinking; however, the knowledge and competences acquired can also be applied in various professional fields, for example in:

    • Ethics committees
    • Policy analysis
    • Technology assessment
    • Compliance consultancy
    Ian Ehm

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