Undergraduate programs
Philosophy teaches methods for analyzing and understanding the complex, novel and persistent problems we face in science, politics, economics, and cultural and human affairs. Philosophy is an excellent foundation for many professions and fields of graduate study, including law, government, medicine, and business.
Application deadlines
General university deadlines are March 1 to begin in September, and November 1 for a January start, sooner for international applicants. It's possible that the Philosophy deadlines are extended.
Major in Philosophy
The Baccalaureate of Arts, Major in Philosophy, is designed to provide a sound, basic understanding in the major topics and historical periods of philosophy, with less stringent requirements than the Honours program. It provides thorough training in reading, writing, speaking, and analysis of concepts and arguments. The program consists of 36 credits, taken in three stages.
The checklist applies to students admitted in 2023-24 and later. For prior years, please contact the Undergraduate Program Assistant at philosophy.fas@concordia.ca.
Honours in Philosophy
The Baccalaureate of Arts, Honours in Philosophy, is designed to provide a rigorous grounding in major topics and historical periods of philosophy. It gives you excellent training in reading, writing, speaking, and analysis of concepts and arguments. The program consists of 60 credits, taken in three stages.
The checklist applies to students admitted in 2023-24 and later. For prior years, please contact the Undergraduate Program Assistant at philosophy.fas@concordia.ca.
Minors
Minor in Philosophy
The Minor in Philosophy (24 credits) is designed to support your major in another subject.
Minor in Ethics and Values
The Minor in Ethics and Values (24 credits) is designed to provide a well-rounded understanding and systematic training in the field of ethics.
Courses in Philosophy
Consult the list of courses we offer, including descriptions. We offer a variety of advanced courses with topics that change from year to year, reflecting the latest research by our faculty; our list provides details of these topics. These advanced courses are the capstone of our program and offer unique opportunities for intensive learning and study.
Student life
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