Philosophy

Philosophy characteristically raises questions about the basic assumptions of every form of human inquiry. Those who want to be able to understand these problems when they face them, and ultimately get answers to them, will require at least a basic training in Philosophy.

Open-mindedness is perhaps the characteristic mark of an educated person. Philosophy at university is fundamentally concerned with developing open-mindedness together with the various skills of critical appraisal. Those who possess these virtues are wellplaced to gain a better understanding of both themselves and their culture.

How do I complete a major in Philosophy?

To complete a major in Philosophy, students must complete the two first-year units, followed by three units at second-year level and three units at third-year level.

First year

• Introduction to Philosophy and Ethics A
• Biotechnology, Justice and Law

Second Year

• Global Justice
• Political Philosophy
• Ethics

Third Year

• Political Theory
• Environmental Ethics
• Stoic and Epicurean Philosophy

See also:

• Career opportunities for Bachelor of Arts graduates
• Course structure for Bachelor of Arts

• Major in Child and Youth Development
• Major in Communication and Media Studies
• Major in Comparative Literature and Cultural Studies
• Major in Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Major in Geography and Environmental Science
• Major in International Studies
• Major in Journalism
• Major in Psychology
• Major in Sociology

• Minor in French
• Minor in English Literature

• Sequence in Global Studies

• Bachelor of Arts (Honours)