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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Philosophy] From York University

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Bachelor of Arts [B.A] (Philosophy)

STEM Course

3 years

Full Time

Honours & On Campus

Field of Study:

Philosophy,

Social Studies

CA$33,806/Yr

CA$33,806 /Yr

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy at York University is offered as a 3-4 year teaching program.
This course is offered on both a full-time and part-time basis.
This program is offered by the Faculty of Liberal Arts and Professional Studies on the Keele Campus.
The word 'philosophy' is derived from the Greek for "love of wisdom" and is one of the world's oldest subjects of study.
Philosophy pursues questions in every dimension of human life, and its techniques apply to problems in any field of study or endeavor. It is a reasoned pursuit of fundamental truths, a quest for understanding, and a study of principles of conduct.
The department offers a wide range of courses which examine contemporary problems and issues such as:
- applied ethics
- philosophy of mind
- social and political philosophy
- argumentation theory
- feminism
In addition, courses are offered in the history of philosophy, continental thought, logic, philosophy of law, and other traditional areas.
The program’s interdisciplinary approach will help students to understand various contemporary challenges in applied ethics, social and political philosophy, feminist philosophy, cognitive science, philosophy of mind, and argumentation theory.
It is an honours program in which students involved in research / other activities in the university.
The philosophy professors have garnered a number of teaching awards and accolades in recent years, including two university teaching awards at the junior and senior levels.
Participate in Philosophia, York's student-run Undergraduate Philosophy Association, which sponsors readings, social events such as the 'Philosophy at the Movies' series and provides representation at departmental meetings.
Students can also get involved with The Oracle, York University's undergraduate philosophical review.
The program is ranked in the top-10 in Canada and top-150 in the world by the QS World University Rankings.
The average salary goes up to 46,000 USD.

Event	Application Date
Application Deadline For Summer 2024 Intake	~~Apr 1, 2024~~

Tuition Fees

Year	1st Year Fees
Tuition Fees	CA$33806 (CAD 33806)

Other Expenses

Head	Avg Cost Per Year
Housing	CA$5326 (CAD 5326)
Food	CA$3937 (CAD 3937)
Total Cost	CA$9263 (CAD 9263)

Previous Year Tuition Fees

Year	1st Year Fees
2021	CA$24861 (CAD 24861)

Eligibility & Entry Requirement

Academic Eligibility:

Students must complete an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) degree.
Students must have to complete the following course such as:
- English (ENG4U)
- Five additional 4U or M courses
To gain admission to this program, the student’s academic average should be in the mid-to-high 70s.

Indian Student Eligibility

Indian students are eligible to apply if they have any one of the following certificates:

All-India Senior School Certificate (AISSCE)
Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC)
Indian School Certificate (ISC)
Intermediate Examination Certificate
Pre-University Examination Certificate
Students also have to complete the Grade XII math course.

Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.

The above requirements are the minimum requirements and do not guarantee admission. The admissions committee will consider all evidence in the file and decide. To know more about the requirem…. Read More

Scores Required

88 / 120

Avg. Score in

TOEFL

6.5 / 9

Avg. Score in

IELTS

60 / 90

Avg. Score in

PTE

115 / 160

Avg. Score in

Duolingo

Required Document List

Following Documents are required to attend this program:

Online application form: Students have to submit an online application form at the official website.
CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and/or volunteer experience.
Statement of Purpose: An essay or other written statement written by the student.
Academic Documents: Submit copies of official transcripts from post-secondary institutions attended.
Two confidential letters of recommendation: Referees (Teachers, guidance counselors, or Professors) should comment on academics and that references should submit along with the application system.
Sample of written work: Student has to write something interesting as their sample essay in the application form.
Statement of Interest: Reasons or intentions for pursuing studies in this program, including a description of prior experience.
ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English language proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other test scores.

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