BA (Hons) Philosophy

The undergraduate Philosophy course at the University of Stirling offers students an opportunity to delve deep into philosophical questions surrounding human experiences, ethics, political and legal theories, and aesthetics. This course provides a combination of teachings by internationally recognized philosophers and a flexible approach to studying, allowing students to cater their degree to their interests and ambitions.Course Content: The course covers a broad range of themes starting from general questions on human minds and morality to more specific issues like the nature of truth or the existence of God. As students progress, they can specialize in areas of contemporary philosophy such as: ethics, epistemology, metaphysics, philosophy of mind and cognitive science, philosophy of language, philosophy of science, and aesthetics.Key Modules: The course consists of core modules such as Arguments and Critical Thinking, Ethics, Problems of Philosophy, and various optional modules like Aesthetics, Knowledge and Reality, and Political and Legal Philosophy.Future Careers: Graduates of the Philosophy course have found success in a wide range of careers such as journalism, social work, business, teaching, and any field where clear thinking and good argumentation skills are valued. The course also sets a solid foundation for students keen on progressing to postgraduate studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.