BA Philosophy

Philosophy is a practice of thinking critically and imaginatively about core questions concerning our existence. Philosophy aims to clarify the nature of knowledge, truth, and beauty. It asks about freedom, ethics, and justice. It reflects on the importance of language, consciousness, and reason. Contrary to what we might think at first, these issues are not abstract. They are the most concrete and practical, since they ultimately concern what is most important to us. Philosophical study helps us learn how to ask the right questions so as to better understand our fundamental values, beliefs, and practices