Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy
- 3 years
- Duration
- 48,300 AUD/year
- Price
- Rolling admission
- Start
- Rolling admission
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Perth / Australia
- Location
Program description
What does justice mean? What is the meaning of consciousness? Does the truth about the world come from the sciences?
Studying philosophy enables you to address some of the most important issues in life while honing critical thinking, writing, and attentive reading skills. By learning to differentiate between strong and weak arguments, you will be able to make well-informed conclusions on controversial topics.
From ancient philosophers to current discussions on urgent ethical dilemmas, the nature of the mind, and artificial intelligence, philosophy offers you the opportunity to investigate a vast array of significant concepts.
Philosophy's critical thinking abilities can also be used to more specialized subjects like psychology, computer science, law, medicine, and business.
Program structure
Level 1
Option
Take unit(s) to the value of 12 points:
- PHIL1001 Ethics for the Digital Age: An Introduction to Moral Philosophy (6)
- PHIL1002 Introduction to Critical Thinking (6)
- PHIL1003 God, Mind and Knowledge (6)
Level 2
Option
Take unit(s) to the value of 18 points:
- HUMR2001 Global and Environmental Justice (6)
- PHIL2001 Bioethics (6)
- PHIL2002 Logic: How to Defeat Your Foes with Reasoning (6)
- PHIL2003 Philosophy of Religion (6)
- PHIL2004 Philosophy of Mind (6)
- PHIL2005 Exploring the Nature of Science (6)
- PHIL2007 Knowledge and the Justification of Belief (6)
- PHIL2008 Machine Minds and Superintelligence: The Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence (6)
- PPHE2211 History of Political Ideas (6)
Level 3
Option
Take unit(s) to the value of 18 points:
- PHIL3001 Metaphysics (6)
- PHIL3002 Aesthetics (6)
- PHIL3003 Moral Theory (6)
- PHIL3004 Meaning, Truth and Language (6)
- PHIL3005 Continental Philosophy: The Origin and Influence of Phenomenology (6)
- PHIL3006 Philosophy East and West (6)
- PHIL3008 Rationality and Society (6)
- PHIL3009 The Philosophy of Psychedelics (6)
- PPHE3327 Contemporary Political Theory (6)
Price
- Tuition fee — 48,300 AUD per year.
A standard full time enrolment of 48 points per year equals 1 EFTSL (1 EFTSL is the Equivalent Full Time Study Load). If you enrol in more or less than 48 credit points per year, your yearly annual fee may be different. Tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase, as outlined in the UWA Acceptance Contract.
Requirements for applicants
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have
- achieved an ATAR of at least 75, or equivalent as recognised by UWA or
- an assured pathway offer or
- achieved a score of at least 100 in UWA's experienced based entry assessment or
- a place in a relevant UWA access program.
English competency
- Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
For more information on requirements, please contact your Edumapple manager.
About the university
With a founding purpose to "advance the prosperity and welfare of communities," the University of the State was established in 1911 and opened its doors in 1913 to a small student body of 184. More than 28,000 students hailing from 115 different countries are now enrolled.
In the realms of education, research, and student success, UWA has been at the forefront of groundbreaking innovations since its inception. However, a university is more than just a place to get a degree and do research.
Throughout Western Australia, the country, and the globe, UWA has played an important role in advancing knowledge, culture, and the economy for over a century.
As the sole institution in Western Australia to be ranked in the top 100 globally, UWA has earned praise for its creative curricula, strong ties to local businesses, dedication to the student experience, and groundbreaking research.
Choosing to study at UWA means becoming a member of a community that has a reputation for leading good change, both locally and globally. You will also become part of a network of dedicated and innovative leaders who are determined to make a difference.
