BC,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA in Philosophy in Kamloops Canada | Thompson Rivers University
Thompson Rivers University
|
Kamloops Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
10,787
(c. USD7,707.47)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Philosophy examines fundamental concepts like knowledge, logic, existence, and values. Thinkers in this field deeply analyze the cosmos, human existence within it, ethical living for individuals and societies, and the boundaries of human understanding. This discipline enhances skills in interpreting complex texts, critical analysis, evaluating arguments, and articulating original viewpoints. Philosophical education covers its methodologies, historical development, and specialized branches - including metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, philosophy of science, legal philosophy, philosophy of music, philosophy of relationships, and more.
Engaging with philosophy's profound questions cultivates exceptional abilities in problem-solving, textual interpretation, writing, comprehending challenging material, and rigorous analysis. When combined with insights from history's greatest minds, these capabilities make for an exceptionally powerful academic foundation.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
- Grade 12 (or equivalent) or mature student status
- English Studies 12/English First Peoples 12 with a minimum of 73% (or equivalent)
Admission to each major program may have specific requirements.
Recommended: Foundations of Mathematics 11 or higher is strongly recommended for students pursuing Education or a major in Geography and Environmental Studies, Sociology or Psychology
Students usually declare a major before the beginning of their third year of courses, but they must meet specific lower-level requirements to be admitted. All candidates are assigned a Major Program Advisor. Students are expected to meet with their advisor to ensure that they qualify and that appropriate courses are selected.
English Language Proficiency Requirements: TOEFL iBT - 88+ with no section below 20; TOEFL paper-based - 570+ TWE 4.5+; TOEFL Computer-Based - 230+ Essay 4.5+; IELTS - 6.5+ with no bands below 6.0; MELAB - 81+; CanTEST - 4.5+ with no component score below 4.0; CAEL - Overall 70+ No subtest below 60.
Deadlines for students of pre-assessment eligible nationalities (Bangladesh, Ghana, India, Iran and Nigeria): Fall: February 15, 2024. Deadlines for students of all other nationalities: Fall: March 1, 2024; Winter 2025: September 1, 2024.
Tuition
CAD
10,787