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TRENTU.CA / Future Students / Undergraduate / Programs / Ethics

Ethics

Gain a deep understanding of ethical theory and help solve some of the world’s most vexing problems with this dynamic specialization.
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From global pandemics and democratic participation, to the proliferation of information and the protection of online privacy — serious ethical questions arise
as we respond to, and shape, changes in the world. We need individuals with a deep understanding of ethics across sectors to ask tough questions and to guide us through ethical debates. For students pursuing a single or joint-major Philosophy degree, this specialization offers a solid foundation in ethical theory and applied ethics related to the fields of medicine, resource management, computing, law, and business.

Graduating students who have fulfilled the requirements for a single or joint-major Philosophy degree may graduate with a Specialization in Ethics, if they have successfully completed the following 5.0 credits:

0.5 PHIL credit consisting of PHIL 3110H
PHIL credit from PHIL 1000H, 1100H, or 1200H
0.5 PHIL credit from PHIL 2010H, 2020H, 2030H, or 3030H
PHIL credits from PHIL 2110H, 2150H, 2390H, 3140H, 3180H, 3301H, 3302H, 3370H, 4250H, 4260H, 4310H, or 4390H

Degrees Offered:

  • B.A.
  • B.A. (Honours)

Locations:

  • Durham GTA
  • Peterborough

Degree:

  • Philosophy (Co-op Available)

Resume Boosters:

  • Gain hands-on experience navigating real ethical scenarios through detailed case studies
  • Develop an extensive understanding of ethical theory and knowledge of how it applies to the (sometimes messy) reality of human life
  • Put your work on display at the Trent Philosophy Society’s annual student symposium
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Career Paths:

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Human Resource Manager

Human resources managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of human resources and personnel departments, and develop and implement policies, programs and procedures regarding human resource planning, recruitment, collective bargaining, training and development, occupation classification and pay and benefit administration. They represent management and participate actively on various joint committees to maintain ongoing relations between management and employees. Human resources managers are employed throughout the private and public sectors. 

$24.36-$69.11/hr
Salary Range
28,900
Jobs in Canada
15,600
10YR Job Outlook
Source: Government of Canada

Career Opportunities

  • Ethics Consultant
  • Human Rights Lawyer
  • Social Policy Analyst
  • Journalist
  • Corporate Compliance Officer
  • Human Resource Manager
  • Doctor
  • Public Relations Professional
  • Politician

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Requirements:

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
  • A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites

Program Requirements:

  • A minimum 70% overall final average
  • ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
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Related Programs

  • Ancient Greek & Roman Studies (Co-op Available)
  • History (Co-op Available)
  • Anthropology
  • Archaeology
  • Political Studies (Co-op Available)

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