Program Description

As a BA (Hons) Philosophy student at ARU, you'll understand both the history of philosophy, as well as cutting edge debates in contemporary philosophy, within areas such as the Philosophy of AI, Ethics and the Philosophy of Art. You’ll develop your problem solving, critical thinking and judgement skills by analysing major philosophers’ ideas and arguments, developing your own views through rigorous, systematic and creative thought, and learning to use philosophical methods in your everyday life. You’ll discover the ideas of classical thinkers such as Socrates, Plato and Aristotle, and how they emerged as philosophers from their historical and cultural context. You’ll broaden your horizons beyond the west, finding out what Ancient Chinese and Indian philosophies, and major world religions, have to say about life and death, justice and morality.

BA (Hons) Philosophy graduates go on to work in a variety of fields, including new media, recruitment, events management, marketing, charities, teaching, law or medicine (via a conversion course), the Civil Service, or local government. Some even set up their own independent businesses. Our degree course is designed to help you develop and think about the skills you need to enter your chosen career from day one. The problem-solving, critical and creative thinking, judgement, analysis and communication skills our philosophy students gain are highly valued by employers. You’ll also learn to work well independently and as part of a team, and may develop attitudes and viewpoints that are much appreciated in the workplace.

Admission Requirements

Standard 12 with average of 55%-60%(depending on Board of Education)

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
5.5	5.5	5.5	5.5	6

Remarks:

• Course Duration-September starts- 3 years full-time,4 years with foundation, 4 years with placement
• For IELTS Waiver - At least 65% marks in English in Higher Secondary School