Philosophy explores the meaning of life.
Philosophy deals with the intangible questions of meaning and importance that surround the human experience. The meaning of life distilled into a simple to understand philosophical answer is not an outcome likely to be achieved. However, the use and development of skills such as reflection, logic and critical thinking are utilized to attempt intellectually relevant answers. Philosophy courses explore theories of knowledge and reality, ethics and existentialism.
London University
The London University External System offer two online qualifications in philosophy. The bachelor of arts program consists of ten units while the diploma program can be completed after only four. The diploma course can be used as a stepping stone to the BA program for students who do not meet the BA study requirements. Successful degree holders can expect to follow careers in the fields of public services, teaching, research, journalism, media and business. The flexible nature of the study units allows learners to take between three and eight years to complete the BA course at a cost of approximately $3,870 as of May 2010. The syllabus and prospectus are available to download online.
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University of London
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londonexternal.edu.ac
University of Illinois
With three eight-hour areas of study in core analytical, history of philosophy and values including ethics, the University of Illinois Springfield provides a challenging online bachelor of arts degree program. Students must also complete four hours in their chosen specialty together with 32 hours of additional electives and compulsory courses. Online entry requires students to take at least two degree-level classes in either logic or critical thinking, submit a 1,000- word explanation of interest in philosophy, submit a 150-word statement explaining why UIS online was chosen and recommends submitting at least one reference letter. The program accepts 25 new students per year and application deadlines can be obtained from the online program coordinator.
Philosophy Online Coordinator
One University Plaza
UHB 4037
Springfield, IL 62703
217-206-7429
uillinois.edu
American Military University
The bachelor of arts in philosophy degree offered by the American Military University consists of 121 credits. Tuition fees as of 2010 were $30,250 excluding any credit transfer that may be applicable. Military students who qualify for tuition assistance benefits may receive significant or full reimbursement of costs for this course. The online program objectives include: recognition and application of logic; composition and critical analysis of a philosophical question; analysis and evaluation of philosophical arguments from historical and contemporary sources. AMU is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council and the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Administrative Offices
10110 Battleview Parkway
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Manassas, VA 20109
877-777-9081
amu.apus.edu
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