Undergraduate study in Philosophy

In a Bachelor of Arts majoring in Philosophy you can study historical and contemporary debate on philosophical problems and explore those problems yourself.

The study of historical traditions in philosophy provides the foundation for today's philosophical inquiry. You can study many different areas and styles of philosophy, from Plato to Buddhist philosophy.

You can study areas such as:

• The fundamental nature of reality (metaphysics)
• The nature and limits of knowledge (epistemology)
• Morality (ethics)
• What makes a good society (social and political philosophy)
• Beauty and art (aesthetics)
• What makes an argument a good argument (logic)

You can take a major in Philosophy as one half of your double major for a Bachelor of Arts. You will need to pass at least 120 points (eight courses) towards each of your majors, including at least 45 points (three courses) in each at Stage III.

You would normally take Stage I courses in your first year, Stage II in your second and Stage III in your third.

Required courses

There are no specific requirements for the Philosophy major. 

• Major undergraduate scholarships
• Scholarships and awards in Philosophy

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