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Apply philosophical concepts and methodologies to transform society. Explore the compelling connection between philosophy and governance through UMass Boston's Philosophy and Public Policy BA program. This distinctive curriculum provides an in-depth examination of moral, governmental, and societal philosophies, equipping you to evaluate and thoughtfully address intricate policy challenges while working toward a fairer world.
Students completing the Philosophy & Public Policy BA will:
Acquire profound knowledge of moral philosophies and their relevance to governance
Investigate philosophical principles underlying justice, civil liberties, and ethical decision-making, while honing analytical abilities to evaluate policies through moral lenses
Refine logical reasoning and debate techniques
Obtain thorough insight into policy creation, execution, and assessment processes
Your future success at UMass Boston is important to us, and that begins with your high school curriculum.
All non-native speakers of English must demonstrate English language proficiency. Students can demonstrate proficiency by submitting the following exams:
TOEFL (79+)
IELTS (6.0+)
SAT (Evidence Based Reading & Writing (ERWS) component of 480+)
ACT (Reading and English component scores totaling 34)
Duolingo English Test (100+)