Online Arts Philosophy Degree :: Accredited Universities

Philosophy is the oldest discipline and the source from which the natural and human sciences have grown. It is the nature of philosophy to address itself to everything that is puzzling, disturbing, exciting and new.

Why am I here? Do pets think? How far should we tolerate tolerance? Are all cultures good? Do emotions have value in themselves? Are we biological robots?

The study of philosophy does not always offer answers, but instead teaches us how to ask good questions. Without a good question one does not know what counts as a good answer, or where to look for a good answer.

The study of Philosophy will develop your critical and rational faculties, instill a positive sense of impartiality and fairness in considering the views of others, and foster a cautious, reflective attitude towards others whose comprehension may exceed your current opinions and beliefs.

As a Philosophy student you are invited to raise questions and debate them in a supportive environment and an atmosphere of lively curiosity.

Entry Requirements

Secondary school results
English competency

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Overseas examination fees

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Is anything really good, or true, or beautiful? Do people have free will, or does science show that free will is an illusion? Are minds distinct from bodies, or are they the same thing from a different viewpoint?

Pretty well everything in philosophy is open to challenge; philosophers ask questions and challenge ordinary assumptions. Philosophy develops thinking strategies to achieve greater clarity and consistency in our thinking. It emphasises the reasons for ideas. You will learn how to understand what you read rather than just remember it, and you'll learn how to engage constructively in debate and think in new ways.

Entry Requirements

To enrol in the Bachelor of Arts programme you must qualify for undergraduate admission, either through Bursaries and Scholarship Examinations, NCEA Level 3, New Zealand University Entrance, Admission with Equivalent Status, Discretionary Entrance or Adult Admission. Please visit http://enrol.massey.ac.nz for details.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

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Entry Requirements

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Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

Textbooks

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Entry Requirements

Admission to the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is open to students who have completed one of the following minimum requirements, at an appropriate level of academic achievement:

A Bachelor of Arts degree, or close equivalent, with a major in the intended postgraduate subject;

A Bachelor of Arts degree, or close equivalent, with a minor in the intended postgraduate subject followed by a Graduate Certificate in Arts endorsed in the intended postgraduate subject.

A Bachelor of Arts degree, or close equivalent, followed by a Graduate Diploma of Arts in the intended postgraduate subject.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

Textbooks

Incidental Unit Fees

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The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is a program of supervised research and study that may be undertaken in a range of fields. Your research will lead to the submission of a thesis that makes a significant original contribution to knowledge. This contribution can be in the form of new knowledge or of significant and original adaptation, application and interpretation of existing knowledge. The program is governed by the program rules for masters degrees by research, which provides details regarding all aspects of admission, progression, submission and examination of the thesis.

Entry Requirements

You may be considered for admission to candidature for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy if you:

have been awarded a masters degree either by research or with a substantial element of research work within it, from a University or any other approved institution; or

have qualified for the award of a bachelors degree in an appropriate discipline with first-class or second-class honours conferred by a university or any other approved institution; or

hold qualifications from an institution of tertiary education, which are deemed to be equivalent to either of the two points listed above.

Other Fees

Textbooks

Student Services and Amenities Fee (Max. $281/year)

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