Philosophy, it is often said, teaches not what to think, but how to think. The skills it hones are the ability to analyze, to question orthodoxies, and to express ideas clearly. These are the skills which are at the heart of a liberal arts education.

You will study questions such as: What is truth? How do we come to know the truth? What is it to be a person? Is morality relative, or are there abstract moral truths? Why do we punish criminals by putting them in prison? Is democracy the best system of government? In the course of studying these questions, you will come to a better understanding of different points of view, and will become a better thinker, debater and writer.
Why Philosophy at Glendon? › ›

The critical thinking skills you will acquire in the study of philosophy are transferable to many other areas. In fact, as a group, philosophy majors consistently outperform most other majors on standard admissions tests such as the Law School Admission Test (LSAT), the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), and the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE). Philosophy graduates go on to successful careers as lawyers, doctors, administrators, teachers, journalists, diplomats, consultants, stockbrokers, bankers, and more. Glendon philosophy graduates include Katherine Hewson, Director of the Citizenship Development Bureau of the Government of Ontario and Alex Limion, an investment analyst with Sprucegrove Investment Management. Professor Doris Olin studies paradoxes and the philosophy of logic. Professor Georges Moyal is a specialist in ancient Greek and early modern philosophy.		Philosophy is available as a bilingual or trilingual international Bachelor of Arts. Our unique "Philosophy at the Movies" series uses current movies to explore philosophical issues. Consider complementing your degree with a specialized Certificate in Law and Social Thought. Students who excel in the study of philosophy may be eligible for one of Glendon’s philosophy awards.