Philosophy
Discipline
Study philosophy at Deakin to ask questions about diverse topics related to truth and knowledge, ethics and the meaning of life in the contemporary world.
Explore your study options
With excellent critical thinking, analytical and communication skills, philosophy graduates make invaluable contributions to business, government and non-government organisations (NGOs). At Deakin, you can study philosophy as a major in an arts degree. Pair it with another discipline such as business or law to enhance your career options.
Choose a degree that will get you work ready
Philosophy graduates bring a set of critical tools and background knowledge to a variety of industries.
Cross-disciplinary skills
Philosophy at Deakin is a multidisciplinary major, covering many contemporary topics. With units from ethics and justice to art to artificial intelligence, you can focus your energies on where you want your career to take you.
Work experience
Studying philosophy at Deakin includes an option enhance your employability with work-integrated learning. There are opportunities for international work experience, too.
Top professional roles for philosophy graduates
With diverse specialised and general skills, like critical reasoning, philosophy graduates thrive in a broad range of government, NGO and private sector roles. Careers where these skills are highly sought after include:
- business and commerce
- creative arts, advertising and media
- diplomacy and politics
- education
- legal such as lawyer or judge
- linguistics
- policy analyst and writer.
Study online with the #1 Victorian uni for student support
Our online philosophy degrees give you the flexibility to study on your terms, with the backing of a support network to help you succeed. Join over 78,000 online students who have already graduated with Deakin.
I was nervous as a (very) mature student, returning to study after many years, but I found the processes and support services at Deakin amazing. Every lecturer and tutor I have had has been incredibly welcoming, patient and generous with their time.
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World-class teaching experiences
Deakin’s industry-shaped courses and practical, real-world approach to learning will prepare you to be adaptable across the jobs of the future.
Strong industry connections
Deakin courses are developed and reviewed with input from industry professionals, ensuring you learn what the industry needs now and in the future. You’ll also have access to a range of networking opportunities, including internships.
Practical, real-world learning
Deakin degrees include the option to undertake a professional internship with a government, private sector, non-government or community organisation. There are also global learning opportunities available to study or work abroad.
Graduate with an employment advantage
Get a degree from Victoria’s #1 university for graduate employment and earn more than arts graduates from other Victorian unis.
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Got a question about our philosophy courses? Our course advisers are available to speak to you about your study options and how we can help you further your career.
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