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USI Università della Svizzera italiana
Bachelor in Philosophy
- Lugano, Switzerland
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
Italian
Philosophy is different from other disciplines: it doesn't just teach you what to think, but also how to think. Studying philosophy is essential for developing critical and analytical thinking skills, learning to argue, and acquiring skills in written and oral communication. For this reason, philosophy graduates are highly appreciated on the job market.


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Open University
BA (Honours) in Politics, Philosophy and Economics
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
4 years
Distance Learning
English
BA (Honours) in Politics, Philosophy and Economics are central to understanding how modern societies are organised and governed. By studying them together you'll gain a combination of skills that’s in high demand across the private, public and non-profit sectors. All three disciplines are presented in up-to-date form, covering alternative as well as ‘mainstream’ approaches and firmly rooted in the real world.


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Northeastern Illinois University
B.A. in Philosophy
- Chicago, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
Question what it means to exist. Philosophy engages and critically analyzes perennial questions of human experience such as the nature of knowledge, meaning, reasoning, and morality.


Open University
BA (Honours) in Arts and Humanities (Philosophy)
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
This BA (Honours) in Arts and Humanities (Philosophy) degree gives you the freedom to combine the study of different subject areas in the arts and humanities. You'll develop a specialism in philosophy, exploring the ideas of philosophers and learning to tackle big questions for yourself. You can combine this with a second specialism or choose to develop broader interests in art history, classical studies, creative writing, English language, English literature, history, modern languages, music, and religious studies.


Pace University
Philosophy and Religious Studies, BA
- New York, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and Religious Studies is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and understanding of diverse religious tradit...
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Open University
BA (Honours) in Philosophy and Psychological Studies
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
BA (Honours) in Philosophy and Psychological Studies seek to answer profound questions about ourselves and our place in the social and physical universe. In this degree, you'll investigate a range of philosophical debates about ethics, justice, scientific knowledge, religion, art, and the self. You'll cover the core approaches in social, cognitive and developmental psychology, and some applied aspects of professional practice.


Cardiff University
BA Philosophy
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
How should we live our lives? What should we believe? How should we set about trying to answer these questions? How are we even able to think about them? BA Philosophy investigates these profound issues and addresses today’s great global questions. As the world’s oldest academic discipline, Philosophy has developed an impressive range of concepts and techniques for addressing complicated problems.


Open University
BA (Honours) in Social Sciences (Philosophy)
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
This is one of several specialist routes available in our BA (Honours) in Social Sciences (Philosophy) degree. You'll study core modules in interdisciplinary social science and sociology, giving you a firm grounding in ideas central to the social sciences. This will be combined with discovering more about the ideas held by classic and contemporary philosophers and learning to think about the big questions of philosophy for yourself.


University of Groningen
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BA in Philosophy of a Specific Discipline
- Groningen, Netherlands
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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The bachelor "Philosophy of a specific discipline” is an English-taught program. After the first year of your bachelor's, you can enrol in this program. You can either start it while continuing your own bachelor's (usually during the 2nd and 3rd year of your first bachelor's) or start the bachelor's Philosophy of a specific discipline after your first bachelor's (usually as the 4th year of your bachelor's studies).


The University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Law
- Durban, South Africa
BA
Full time
On-Campus
English
The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics and Law (PPL) is a coordinated programme of study culminating in the award of a BA (Philosophy, Politics and Law) degree. It offers a structured, yet flexible, programme with a focus on Philosophy and either Law or Politics or both.


KU Leuven
Bachelor of Philosophy
- Leuven, Belgium
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English, Dutch
Ever thought about what’s behind the subtle reasoning of Herman Van Rompuy, the former President of the European Council? A bachelor's degree in philosophy from Leuven, in the heart of Europe! An ideal basis for further studies in philosophy at Leuven or further afield, or as a launch pad for an exciting professional career in related fields such as law, economics and medicine.


Open University
BA (Honours) in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics
- Online United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
Distance Learning
English
In this BA (Honours) in Religion, Philosophy and Ethics qualification, you’ll explore human systems of thought and practice, both ‘secular’ and ‘religious’, in ways which allow you to engage with wide-ranging and often controversial issues affecting different cultures and societies across Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe.

Ca' Foscari University of Venice
BA in Philosophy, International and Economic Studies
- Venice, Italy
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
This English-taught program draws inspiration from the University of Oxford's PPE model (Philosophy, Politics, and Economics). It integrates core philosophical insights with disciplines such as economics, politics, history, and law, providing diverse academic and career opportunities.


Loras College
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Philosophy
- Dubuque, USA
BA
Full time
4 years
On-Campus
English
Are you looking for a solid preparation for advanced study in philosophy, a background for a particular profession or vocation, to move onto graduate school, or for preparation as a philosophy teacher? Philosophy is the attempt to make rational sense of all things. As such, it tries to discover and explain the ultimate origin, purpose, and meaning of everything, especially human existence. For this reason, philosophy is one of life’s most practical pursuits.


University of Stirling
BA (Hons) in Philosophy
- Stirling, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
48 months
On-Campus
English
A Philosophy degree from the University of Stirling addresses the big questions, while making sure you gain the key skills employers are looking for.


Leiden University
BA Philosophy: Global and Comparative Perspectives
- Leiden, Netherlands
BA
Full time
3 years
On-Campus
English
This Philosophy: Global and Comparative Perspectives bachelor's programme is unique in that it offers comparative perspectives from around the world that will enable you to be part of the next generation of thinkers, someone studying and shaping philosophy for a globalised 21st century.


Bath Spa University
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BA (Hons) in Creative Writing and Philosophy and Ethics
- Bath, United Kingdom
BA
Full time, Part time
3 years
On-Campus
English
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BA (Hons) in Creative Writing and Philosophy and Ethics Join us at Bath Spa University where writing is the thing we love to do and the thing we love to talk about. In our workshops, you’ll find friends for life who, like you, want to spend time in a writing world of imagination, creativity, and experimentation.
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Studying for a Bachelor's degree in Philosophy invites you to explore fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics. This discipline challenges your thinking and enhances your ability to analyze complex ideas, nurturing skills that are valuable in various professional fields.
You'll engage with topics such as logic, metaphysics, and moral philosophy, delving into the works of influential thinkers. Common courses might include Critical Thinking, Ethics, and the Philosophy of Science. These classes train you to construct and evaluate arguments, fostering independence as you analyze diverse perspectives.
Many students find themselves building confidence as they articulate their thoughts clearly and engage in meaningful discussions about life’s big questions. Graduates of this program often pursue careers in law, education, business, or public policy, where their analytical and ethical reasoning skills are highly sought after. Completing a Philosophy degree equips you with the ability to think critically and communicate effectively, preparing you for a wide range of future endeavors.