Studying philosophy allows you to think about some of the great philosophical questions in a clear, disciplined and systematic manner.

Philosophy:

introduces you to the thinking of some of the great philosophers of the past and present
illuminates the connections between diverse areas of human experience
makes you more aware of the assumptions that form the basis of your beliefs
In year one you will study three compulsory courses:

Greats: From Plato to the Enlightenment
Morality and Value
Logic 1
These courses introduce you to key topics in:

the history of philosophy
morality and ethics
the nature of argument