BA (Hons) Philosophy

The Philosophy BA (Hons) at the University of Lincoln is designed to offer an all-encompassing exploration of philosophical thought, from the ancients to the present day. The course offers an in-depth study of the profound philosophical questions that have intrigued mankind for centuries, across a wide curriculum that includes ethics, logic, mind and cognition, amongst other disciplines.Course Content: The course work involves an array of traditional themes ranging from metaphysics and epistemology to moral, social, and political philosophy. Students will have the opportunity to examine influential philosophical traditions from both the analytic (including contemporary philosophy of mind and language) and the continental (including existentialism and the philosophy of art) camps. Additionally, the course digs into non-Western philosophical traditions allowing students a comprehensive grasp on global philosophical thought. Key Modules: The course is structured across three years, starting with An Introduction to Philosophy, Logic, and Reasoning in the first year. The second year involves Metaphysics, Epistemology, and Continental Philosophy, while the third and final year includes Ethics, Philosophy of Mind, and Philosophy of Language.Future Careers: A degree in Philosophy from the University of Lincoln can open an avenue of opportunities. Graduates could enter professions relating to education, local and central government, charities, journalism, business, management, the law, and public relations.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.