The Trent advantage
Experience philosophy through events including the Ryle Lecture Series, and become part of a vibrant, tight-knit community where professors value personalized interactions.
Program Description
As a student of philosophy at Trent, you will be challenged to think critically and creatively by exploring questions about the nature of reality, the meaning of human existence, ethics, and the limits of knowledge.
In small class settings, you’ll workshop ideas, perspectives, prejudices, beliefs, facts, and other ways of forming opinions and arguments. This interactive academic environment alongside experiential learning opportunities, such as co-op, will push you to apply your knowledge and develop advanced, highly valued skills in critical thinking, writing, and communication.
When you graduate, you will join an extensive and successful network of Trent Philosophy alumni, including international bestselling author Yann Martel.
Popular courses
- Philosophy of Emotion
- Biomedical Ethics
- Critical Thinking
- Love and Desire
- Philosophy of Law
- Death
- The Meaning of Life
- Philosophy of Mind
- Moral Issues
- Cyberethics
- Moral and Political Philosophy
- Knowledge and Reality
Program Details
- Where can I study?
- Peterborough
- Durham GTA
- Paid Co-op Available
- Peterborough
- Degrees offered
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Bachelor of Arts - Honours (B.A. Honours)
- Specialization
- Ethics
- How can I study?
- Part time/Full time
- When can I start?
- Fall
- Winter
- OUAC Codes
- RPH - Peterborough
- RPI - Peterborough Co-op
- ROF - Durham GTA
Career Experience While You Learn
Gain career experience while earning academic credit with guaranteed experiential learning during your program.
You don't have to wait until after you graduate to put your education to work. Every program includes experiential learning opportunities where you will get hands-on professional experience in your field of study.
Featured Experiences
- Graduate with 12 months of paid work experience putting philosophy into practice in a variety of workplace settings through the co-op stream, earned through three full-time paid work terms during your four-year degree
- Develop your skills in presenting, critical thinking, and communication by presenting your own work at the annual student symposium run by the Trent Philosophy Society – the oldest undergraduate society at the University
- Get research experience working alongside leading faculty, including the Kenneth Mark Drain Chair in Ethics
- Participate in regional, national, and international conferences and symposiums to share your knowledge, papers, and research
- Build your network and expand your knowledge by attending philosophy events, including the Gilbert Ryle Lecture Series
Opportunities
- Community Research Project
- Field Experience
- Paid Internships
- Study Abroad
- Volunteer Opportunities
Did you know?
Trent is #2 in Canada for Overall Reputation
Trent is #1 in Ontario for Highest Quality
95% of Trent Grads are Employed Within Two Years
Admissions
Whether you're graduating from an Ontario high school, looking to study in Canada, or training for a second career, Trent has clear pathways for students to apply and be admitted to study at either of our campuses.
Requirements
If you are coming straight from high school in Ontario or are a recent grad, the general admission requirements are:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
- A minimum of six Grade 12 4U or 4M courses, including program specific prerequisites
- A minimum 70% overall final average
- ENG 4U with a minimum of 60%
Program requirements for admittance into co-op:
- A minimum 80% overall final average
Requirements
Students from across Canada can use their grades from their home province to apply to Trent.
Requirements
International students from outside Canada can apply based on the curriculum of their home country.
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Mature students can apply to Trent based on previous education and professional or volunteer experience.
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With many transfer agreements and flexible pathway options, Trent University makes it easy for students to make the most of the credits you have already earned.
Career Paths
A Trent degree opens doors to a rewarding and exciting future, as you use your newfound knowledge to launch your professional career.
Your Philosophy degree, along with guaranteed career experience while you learn, prepares you for many possible career paths in a wide range of industries, including:
- Arbitrator
- Intelligence Analyst
- High School Teacher
- Policy Analyst
- Legislative Assistant
Featured Career
Lawyer
Lawyers and Quebec notaries advise clients on legal matters, represent clients before administration boards and draw up legal documents such as contracts and wills.
Lawyers also plead cases, represent clients before tribunals and conduct prosecutions in courts of law. Lawyers are employed in law firms and prosecutor's offices. Quebec notaries are employed in notary offices.
Both lawyers and Quebec notaries are employed by federal, provincial and municipal governments and various business establishments or they may be self-employed. Articling students are included in this group.
Did you know?
FULL TUITION FOR 95%+
If you’re a top scholar in Canada entering with 95% or higher you qualify for full first-year tuition!
Scholarships
At Trent University, we believe in rewarding academic excellence. That's why we have recently increased all of our renewable entrance scholarships.
Whether you are coming to Trent from within Canada or across the world, all students are automatically considered for entrance scholarships based on your academic achievement – no application required. Canadian students entering with an average of 95%+ earn full tuition. 80% or higher? You qualify for scholarships valued at over $18,000, with recipients of our most prestigious scholarships earning up to $30,000 over four years. International students are eligible for scholarships valued at up to $12,000 over four years, renewable annually throughout your degree.
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