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    University Taster

    Philosophy – University Taster

    1. 1. Prerequisites
      1. 1.1 Requirements to Pursue a Philosophy Degree
      2. 1.2 Researching the Right Philosophy Degree for You
      3. 1.3 Understanding the Difference Between Philosophy Degrees and Theology Degrees
      4. 1.4 Careers in Philosophy
      • Module Review
    2. 2. Metaphysics
      1. 2.1 What Is Metaphysics?
      2. 2.2 The Ancient Greeks
      3. 2.3 Modern Philosophers
      • Module Review
    3. 3. Epistemology
      1. 3.1 What Is Epistemology?
      2. 3.2 René Descartes and “I Think, Therefore I Am”
      3. 3.3 John Locke and the Blank Slate
      • Module Review
    4. 4. Ethics
      1. 4.1 What Is Ethics?
      2. 4.2 Aristotle and Virtue Ethics
      3. 4.3 Jeremy Bentham and Utilitarianism
      4. 4.4 A.J. Ayer and Boo-Hurrah Ethics
      • Module Review
    5. 5. Next Steps
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    1. Subjects 
    2. Philosophy – University Taster Pre-16
    3. 1. Prerequisites

    Module Review

    Before we begin, it’s important to understand what PhilosophyThe study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics. is and why you might want to study it at degree level, or at all.

    Philosophy is the study of important questions about existence, knowledge, and ethicsIn Philosophy, the theory and study of morality and how we should behave.. The word “Philosophy” comes from the Greek word philosophia, meaning “love of wisdom”. At its core, Philosophy seeks to explore the big questions such as: What is the meaning of life? How do we know what is true? What is the nature of happiness? What is morally right?

    Philosophy is divided into branches such as MetaphysicsA branch of Philosophy that explores the nature of reality. (the study of reality), EpistemologyThe theory and study of knowledge. (the study of knowledge), Ethics (the study of right and wrong), and LogicThe study of correct reasoning. (the study of reasoning). These branches help us to think critically and challenge our assumptions, making Philosophy a useful tool to better understand ourselves and the world around us.

    Now, let’s look at degree courses, entry requirements, and career paths.

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