BA in Philosophy in Vancouver Canada | The University of British Columbia

The University of British Columbia | Vancouver Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD 47,189
(c. USD34,545.93)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months

Philosophy explores a vast range of topics, from core inquiries about existence, consciousness, and human purpose to contemporary challenges like artificial intelligence development, the moral implications of scientific progress, and policy assessment frameworks.

Engaging with philosophy equips you with analytical skills to examine nearly any subject with precision. You'll develop techniques for dissecting viewpoints, formulating coherent arguments, and tracing the intellectual roots of modern dilemmas. This discipline enhances critical reading, compelling communication, and structured presentation abilities while strengthening your capacity to process intricate data and address multifaceted issues.

At UBC's Vancouver campus, philosophical studies excel in diverse specializations such as cognitive theory, scientific methodology, analytical philosophy, moral reasoning, governance principles, artistic interpretation, and gender-focused philosophical perspectives.


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Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Graduation from a university-preparatory program at a senior secondary school: Higher Secondary School Certificate awarded on completion of Standard XII. Certificates must be official. Photocopies are acceptable if certified by school principal, head, or counsellor. Notarized copies are not acceptable.

English Language Admission Standard: Canadian Academic English Language assessment - Overall 70; Cambridge English Qualifications – 180; UBC Certificate in English – 600; International English Language Testing System (Academic) - 6.5, with no part less than 6.0; Pearson Test of English (Academic) - Overall: 65, Reading: 60, Listening: 60, Writing: 60, Speaking: 60; Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-based test - Overall: 90, Reading: 22, Listening: 22, Writing: 21, Speaking: 21.

Tuition CAD 47,189

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