Philosophy is an investigation into fundamental matters of human concern. It is at the same time an investigation into problems basic to all the various special disciplines pursued in a university. It is not normally taught outside universities, and for this reason there are no special prerequisites for admission to a philosophy course.

Courses are grouped into analytical, continental, and moral and political traditions and it is recommended that students complete their minor within a tradition, though they are free to choose any combination of philosophy courses to complete their minor. 

Learning outcomes

Students who complete this minor will have the skills and knowledge to:

• closely analyse and critique arguments in a wide variety of fields and contexts, which may include using formal logic.
• develop cogent arguments and presentations, including engaging with detailed criticism of their ideas.
• apply complex abstract ideas to real-world phenomena in a wide variety of fields and contexts.
• recognise implicit epistemological and ontological assumptions in social, political, scientific, moral, and cultural arguments and positions, and relate them to contesting ideas and real-world scenarios.
• describe western philosophical traditions and their history.

Relevant Degrees

• Bachelor of Arts (BARTS)
• Bachelor of Arts/Master of International Affairs (BARTVMIA)
• Bachelor of Pacific Studies (BPAST)