How are our minds related to our bodies? Do we really have free will? What can we truly know about the world around us, about other people or about ourselves?

These questions lie at the heart of philosophy – and if you seriously want to search for the answers, this is the course for you. Our Philosophy BA will challenge you to develop a strong set of critical, imaginative and informed reasoning skills. It will also deepen your understanding of the nature of the human mind, language, morality and politics, art, science and logic. We offer breadth and variety – from modules focused on individual philosophers, to others built around specific topics such as metaphysics, moral philosophy and environmental ethics.

You’ll be introduced to key philosophical issues in your first two years, before focusing in on the areas that interest you most. Along the way, you’ll benefit from the expert insights of your lecturers and tutors, whose own cutting-edge research feeds into course content and keeps you on the frontline of academic thinking.

Our Philosophy course has consistently achieved top marks for student satisfaction, and your studies will play out in a supportive, vibrant environment with an extremely active Student Philosophy Society. If you want to investigate the burning questions that shape humanity while gaining vital employability skills, choosing Philosophy at the University of Stirling is the perfect starting point.

University of Stirling students with a Philosophy degree have gone on to a diverse range of careers in the civil service, business, law, the social services, environmental management and the media. Some of our graduates are currently working for organisations such as:

• BAE Systems
• HM Government
• Scottish Enterprise
• University of Sheffield
• Justice Publishing
• Wincanton

Some of our more established alumni are currently leading and shaping strategy across many different sectors, working in roles including Lecturer, Company Director, International Sales Manager, Police Inspector and Solicitor. 

Philosophy courses help you develop transferable skills that are highly valued by a wide range of employers - especially those looking for staff capable of clear, rigorous thinking.

• Take part in career development workshops to get ready for the world of work.
• Get the edge in the job market by mixing your Philosophy studies with 11 other courses – from Computing Science to Politics and Economics.
• Set yourself up for a huge range of careers by acquiring the transferrable skills employers are looking for.