The Philosophy Bachelors Degree at the University of Hull invites you to explore fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language. In a world increasingly shaped by technological innovation and complex ethical dilemmas, a deep understanding of philosophical thought is more crucial than ever. This course is ideal for intellectually curious individuals who wish to develop rigorous analytical skills, engage with diverse perspectives, and articulate their own reasoned arguments on topics ranging from metaphysics and ethics to political thought and the philosophy of technology. You will gain a robust grounding in the history of ideas and contemporary philosophical debates.
You will study this Bachelors Degree full-time on campus over three years, engaging with compulsory modules such as 'Creation, Persistent and Destruction: Problems in Metaphysics', 'Minds, Brains and Machines', and 'New Directions in Philosophy'. The curriculum includes foundational texts, logic, and argument analysis, alongside explorations into gender, environments, and political philosophy. In your final year, you will undertake a significant Philosophy Research Project, allowing you to delve deeply into a chosen area. You will graduate with highly transferable critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, prepared for a wide array of postgraduate study or professional careers.