Philosophy (B.A.)

Experience philosophy through events, including the Ryle Lecture Series and become part of a vibrant, tight-knit community where professors value personalized interactions.

As a student of philosophy at Trent, you will be challenged to think critically and creatively by exploring questions about the nature of reality, the meaning of human existence, ethics, and the limits of knowledge. In small class settings, you’ll workshop ideas, perspectives, prejudices, beliefs, facts, and other ways of forming opinions and arguments. This interactive academic environment alongside experiential learning opportunities will push you to apply your knowledge and develop advanced, highly valued skills in critical thinking, writing, and communication. When you graduate, you will join an extensive and successful network of Trent Philosophy alumni, including international bestselling author Yann Martel.

Complete your four-year honours degree by taking courses at our Peterborough campus

Career Experience: 

  • Develop your skills in presenting, critical thinking, and communication by presenting your own work at the annual student symposium run by the Trent Philosophy Society — the oldest undergraduate society at the University

  • Get research experience working alongside leading faculty, including the Kenneth Mark Drain Chair in Ethics

  • Participate in regional, national, and international conferences and symposiums to share your knowledge, papers, and research

  • Build your network and expand your knowledge by attending philosophy events, including the Gilbert Ryle Lecture Series

Career Paths:

  • Arbitrator
  • Intelligence Analyst
  • Legislative Assistant
  • Entrepreneur
  • Politician
  • Hospital Administrator
  • Advertising Executive
  • Lawyer
  • Public Administrator
  • Human Rights Officer
  • Medical Ethicist
  • Doctor
  • Equity Advisor
  • Ethics Consultant
  • University President (ours is a philosophy grad!)

Popular Courses:

  • Philosophy of Emotion

  • Biomedical Ethics

  • Critical Thinking

  • Love and Desire

  • Philosophy of Law

  • Death; The Meaning of Life

  • Philosophy of Mind

  • Moral Issues

  • Cyberethics

  • Moral and Political Philosophy

  • Knowledge and Reality

Admission Requirements 

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
  • A minimum 70% overall final average
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%

 

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