Philosophy

Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Canada, Abbotsford

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Canada , Abbotsford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

CAD 120

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesJanuary-2022

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

CAD 748 / per-semster

Next Intake January-2022

Philosophy

About

The Philosophy Major at KPU provides students a broad-based, general education in the principal areas of Western Philosophy. Philosophy majors will complete courses in logic, epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, and history of philosophy. The program is expressly set up to satisfy a variety of additional pedagogical and intellectual objectives, chief among these being the development of critical reasoning and writing skills, both in general and with regard to specialized research in the discipline. Philosophy majors at KPU will experience a learning environment that is supportive and challenging. It is one that prepares students for graduate work in philosophy. It develops effective citizenship, community leadership, and the critical reasoning, writing, and problem-solving skills required for successful careers in any area.

The Bachelor of Arts Major in Philosophy provides students the opportunity to build a sturdy educational foundation in one of the core areas of the Humanities. All Philosophy majors take a course in formal logic at the 1000-level. At the 2000-level, five courses in philosophy are obligatory: Moral Theory (the study of the nature of right and wrong), Metaphysics (the study of the nature of reality), Epistemology (the study of the nature and limits of knowledge), Ancient Greek Philosophy, and Modern Philosophy.

Upper-level students will have the following options: to take smaller, more participatory courses in Special Topics in Philosophy; to pursue an Applied Ethics Stream by taking specially designed courses in Business, Environmental, and Biomedical Ethics; to participate in a Practicum course where research and work skills are enhanced; and to apply to a selective sequence of honours courses with a focus on researching and writing an honours thesis.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

High School: A graduate of a BC secondary school or an equivalent school system. (Note: Proof of June graduation must be received in order to be eligible for Fall admission. High school students graduating in August are eligible for Spring admission. High school students graduating in January are eligible for Summer admission.)

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

CAD 748 / per-semster

Application Fee

CAD 120

How to Apply

Step 1: Apply to KPU

All details on the KPU admissions process and entrance requirements can be found here: Admissions

Apply to KPU online at: kpu.ca/apply

Step 2: Prepare Your Portfolio Package

Once you have completed your application, you will receive instructions on how to submit your Portfolio and other required documents through an online submission platform called Slideroom. (Please be aware there is a supplemental fee and data privacy consent required when creating a SlideRoom profile.) This portfolio presents your potential to work in the field of interior design so you are encouraged to show a variety of work.

To help you create the most effective portfolio possible, we offer workshops, feedback sessions and open houses. Click here for more information on dates to come.

For portfolio requirements and process, click here.

Step 3: Attend Interview (online)

Eligible applicants who have met the application, documentation, and portfolio submission requirements will be contacted for an interview.

During the interview process, candidates may be asked to complete a drawing exercise and may be asked to explain a portfolio piece.

Step 4: You'll be notified of our decision

View the results of your application status on your Online Self-Service checklist. Application decisions are updated regularly by KPU Admissions.

Please note that only once all entrance requirements and documentation submissions have been completed, will your application status be updated. Therefore, it is in your best interest to complete your application checklist as soon as possible so that you don't lose your seat.

Your application decision will be one of the following:

Offered admission to the Interior Design program, or
Waitlisted for entry to the Interior Design program, or
Not accepted into the Interior Design program at this time. If you are not accepted into the Interior Design program, you are encouraged to develop your knowledge, skills, and portfolio and reapply.

Step 5: Pay your deposit

If you are sent an offer to our program, reserve your seat by paying a deposit by the specified deadline. Details will be provided in your offer package from the Admissions Office.