Philosophy

The Universitys Philosophy programmes are concerned with asking fundamental questions like what is consciousness?, what is the basis of our ethical beliefs?, is there a rationally defensible theory of justice?, in what sense do the past and the future exist? and so on, but with reference to a context of past theories and a continual re-examination and refinement of the questions themselves. The programmes embrace the major areas of the discipline: the theory of knowledge (epistemology), metaphysics, philosophy of mind, ethics, and logic. All Philosophy programmes are based in the Centre for Professional Ethics, which enables us to cover not only the pure philosophical concern, but also to offer a wide range of modules in applied philosophy where the subject interfaces directly with real life problems. If you are interested in asking ultimate questions about reality and the world, then the study of philosophy should be a rewarding experience for you. Typically, you will be looking for answers to why? questions, rather than chasing information. The study of Philosophy also leads to the acquisition of transferable intellectual skills and a kind of intellectual empowerment invaluable to overall appraisal of situations and to decision making. Further study on a Masters, MPhil or PhD route is available.
Teaching, Learning and Assessment

Philosophy at both undergraduate and postgraduate level is based in the Centre for Professional Ethics, an internationally known research centre. The Centre operates under a consensual leadership that seeks to promote, in research and teaching, a culture of sensitivity and responsiveness to the requirements of the times in which we now live, and hence an openness to new lines of inquiry and new developments.

Most modules are taught on the basis of lectures and seminars. Philosophy courses are assessed by a combination of essays, seminar presentations and seen examinations.

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