BA in Philosophy

University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth

Philosophy will appeal to your sense of curiosity about the world, as you explore topics such as justice, knowledge, reality, and truth: the ideas that have shaped our world over time. Yet the study of philosophy also prepares you for many challenges, as you analyze and evaluate the ideas of others, and clarify and defend your own ideas. You will develop problem solving abilities, communication skills, persuasive powers, and writing skills-skills needed to develop a rewarding career and a meaningful life. With its emphasis on logic, analysis, and clarity of thought, philosophy is an excellent preparation for professional fields such as artificial intelligence, business, communications, government, information sciences, law, medicine, public relations, and writing-as well as graduate study in philosophy, theology, and many other disciplines. The Philosophy Department is committed to diversity, equity, access and inclusive excellence across our curriculum.

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