Program description
Philosophy is the study of reality, knowledge, values, logic and related topics. The existence of free will or God, the nature of science, art, emotions and language, ethical theory, proofs, fallacies, and so on. It is one of the oldest subjects of study in the Western world.
Philosophy students are trained to think abstractly and write clearly, and rationally assess ideas in a way that few others can equal.
Program options
Degree options
B.A. Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy - 3 years
B.A. (Adv.) Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy Advanced - 4 years
B.A. (Hons.) Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy Honours - 4 years
Professional opportunities
- Medical doctor
- Rock-climbing instructor
- Air-traffic controller
- Management consultant
- Lawyer
- Psychological counselor
- Professor
- Bee keeper
Admission requirements & prerequisites
Direct entry option
Direct entry is not an option for this program. Please review the Advanced entry option section for more information.
Advanced entry option
24 credit hours in U1 (or approved bachelors program)
This entry option is open to students who have completed a minimum of 24 credit hours of university level study. Specific program requirements will vary; details of these requirements are available on each program’s application page.
High school prerequisites
High school prerequisites: none
Many programs will require or recommend specific high school courses over and above their admission requirements. These high school prerequisites are not always required to enter the program, but they must be completed to enrol in certain university courses within it. If a student does not have a particular prerequisite when they enter the program, they may complete an equivalent upgrading course at university that will satisfy the prerequisite requirement.
More details on admission requirements, application dates and how to apply is available on the Faculty of Arts apply for admission page.
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