1.4 Careers in Philosophy
While some degrees offer a direct career path for graduates (such as Medicine), PhilosophyThe study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics. degrees do not. In this section, we will look at possible career paths following a Philosophy degree. Philosophy opens doors to a range of careers with varying degrees of separation from your degree.
Related Careers
There are several careers that relate closely to Philosophy, using highly related skills such as critical thinkingThe ability to effectively analyse and evaluate arguments., ethicsIn Philosophy, the theory and study of morality and how we should behave., and reasoning. These fields and roles include:
| Field | Role |
|---|---|
| Academia | Lecturer or professor. |
| Researcher on ethics, logicThe study of correct reasoning., or social Philosophy. | |
| Ethics and Policy Development | Bioethics, environmental ethics, or corporate ethics. |
| Governmental or non-governmental organisations, or Think Tanks. | |
| Publishing | Editor for academic journals or philosophical publications. |
| Writer or author. |
However, it is worth being aware that these roles are often not widely available, for example, there may be few roles available in bioethics or ethical-based research. Some related roles may also require further studies after completing an undergraduate degree, for example, lecturer or professor jobs typically require a Masters or PhD in a relevant subjectThe person, place, thing, or idea the clause is about; performs or experiences the verb..
Other related roles may involve independent, self-employed, or freelance work rather than employed positions working full-time within a company, for example, writing and editing roles.