BA in Philosophy (Major) in North Bay Canada | Nipissing University

Nipissing University | North Bay Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 23,000
(c. USD16,508.16)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Nipissing University's Philosophy Program offers an intimate, student-centered experience with around 35 full-time majors, fostering close collaboration between students, faculty, and classmates. The curriculum emphasizes exploring philosophy's rich historical tradition, spanning from ancient times to contemporary thought. This flexible program serves equally well as either a specialized degree or when combined with other disciplines, featuring multiple introductory-level philosophy courses each year that attract students from across the university.

Graduates from Nipissing's Philosophy program achieve remarkable success. Every applicant to graduate programs has gained admission—frequently with financial awards. The program provides exceptional preparation for legal studies, with alumni consistently earning high LSAT scores due to the critical thinking abilities cultivated through their studies.

Philosophy students develop exceptional creative problem-solving skills. This innovative mindset has led many graduates to thrive in business environments that prize original thought. These transferable skills also open doors to diverse career paths including environmental advocacy, journalism, academic research, social activism, and numerous other fields.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Official transcripts from all institutions (domestic or international) previously or presently attended, secondary schools, colleges and universities (Domestic and international applicants who have attended postsecondary institutions outside of North America must have their transcripts assessed. International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma with at least six subjects, including three at a higher level, with a minimum final grade of 24, will be considered for admission. Students who successfully complete the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma with a score of 24 or higher are eligible to receive up to 30 transfer credits, equivalent to one year of full-time study. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum score of 83 (iBT) with a minimum score of 20 in reading, listening and writing, and a minimum score of 22 in speaking. International English Language Test Service (IELTS) : Applicants to all programs except Nursing require a minimum overall band score of 6.5 with a minimum 6 in reading, listening, speaking and writing.

Tuition CAD 23,000

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