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Philosophy studies key questions about the nature of reality and knowledge and how we should live in the world. Explore issues such as the causes and nature of things, the principles governing existence, the material universe and human behaviour. Develop critical and clear thinking, analytic skills, communication, problem-solving and an appreciation of different points of view.
La Trobe ranks 5th in Australia and in the top 100 in the world for our Philosophy subjects (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2019). La Trobe’s Philosophy and Philosophy & Religious Studies research is ranked ‘at world standard’ (ERA 2015–2016 assessment).
Academic, teacher, research, policy analyst, business analyst, project manager, Librarian, journalist, communications, counselling, social work.
We also offer single subject study. Visit our short courses page to find out more.
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 50.1Albury-Wodonga: 54.4Bendigo: 53Mildura: 60.8Shepparton: NA
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 3 years3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 59.2
Start dates: Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)
Duration: 4 years4 years full-time or part-time equivalent
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 66.85
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 4.5 years full-time (4 years in an accelerated program) or part-time equivalent4.5 years
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 90.6Bendigo: NA
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 5 years full-time or part-time equivalent5 years
ATAR and location:Melbourne: 60.5
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent3 years
ATAR and location:Albury-Wodonga: NABendigo: NAMildura: NAShepparton: NA
Start dates: Semester 1 (March), Semester 2 (July)Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent1 year
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo
Start dates: AnytimeAnytime
Duration: 4 years full-time or up to 10 years part-time4 years
Location: Melbourne Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Shepparton
Start dates: AnytimeAnytime
Duration: 2 years2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
Learn how you can plan a pathway into your preferred degree, including single subject entry. See also La Trobe University Access and Equity programs which support a variety of ways into undergraduate study for applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage.
There are many opportunities for La Trobe students to study overseas. Students from overseas can come to La Trobe and do a short term Study Abroad program. Some short courses are also available to international students. Short courses are also available to international students. Visit International Students for more information.
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