Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Philosophy

How are our minds related to our bodies? Do we really have free will? What can we truly know about the world around us, about other people or about ourselves?

These questions lie at the heart of philosophy – and if a student seriously want to search for the answers, this is the course for them. Our Philosophy BA will challenge them to develop a strong set of critical, imaginative and informed reasoning skills. It will also deepen their understanding of the nature of the human mind, language, morality and politics, art, science and logic. We offer breadth and variety – from modules focused on individual philosophers, to others built around specific topics such as metaphysics, moral philosophy and environmental ethics.

The students will be introduced to key philosophical issues in their first two years, before focusing in on the areas that interest you most. Along the way, they will benefit from the expert insights of their lecturers and tutors, whose own cutting-edge research feeds into course content and keeps them on the frontline of academic thinking.

Our Philosophy course has consistently achieved top marks for student satisfaction, and their studies will play out in a supportive, vibrant environment with an extremely active Student Philosophy Society. If the student want to investigate the burning questions that shape humanity while gaining vital employability skills, choosing Philosophy at the University of Stirling is the perfect starting point.