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BA/BS in Philosophy

McGill University

Montréal, Quebec, Canada•World Rank #73

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At McGill University in Montréal, Canada, BA/BS in Philosophy is offered as a bachelor's degree in Philosophy & Ethics programme. Tuition for international students is CAD 54,000 per year.

At a glance

Degree: Bachelor's Degree
Field: Philosophy & Ethics
International tuition: CAD 54,000 / year

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Information for the 2027/28 academic year · Last reviewed September 2026 ·

Program details

Overview

The Philosophy major at McGill's Department of Philosophy provides an intensive, broad-based education in the study of existence, knowledge, truth, and ethics, emphasizing clarity of expression and rigor in argument. The department's faculty cover a wide range of subject matter and historical eras, supplemented by associated faculty from English, Jewish Studies, Religious Studies, and Psychiatry, and the program maintains ties with fields such as Psychology, Linguistics, History, Political Science, Mathematics, Physics, and Biology. Sample coursework includes Philosophy of Mathematics, Philosophy of Language, and Phenomenology. Complementary minors are available in Linguistics, Jewish Studies, and Religious Studies. Related majors include Psychology, History, Political Science, Physics, and Mathematics. The program prepares students for graduate study in fields such as law and communications, as well as careers as educators, analysts, and advertisers. Applicants apply through the Faculty of Arts.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Applicants apply through the Faculty of Arts. McGill's admission requirements vary by educational background (Quebec CEGEP or high school, Ontario high school, other Canadian high school, U.S. high school, international curricula, home-schooling, university transfer, or mature-student status); grades equal to or above the published minimums do not guarantee admission, and the review may consider the complete academic record. English proficiency is required unless exempt: IELTS Academic 6.5 with no component below 6.0, TOEFL iBT 90, Duolingo English Test 125, or PTE Academic 65.

About McGill University

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Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1821
Students: 40,531
World rank: #73
Programs: 323
Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does BA/BS in Philosophy award?

McGill University awards a Bachelor's Degree in the field of Philosophy & Ethics on completion of this programme.

How much does BA/BS in Philosophy cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 54,000 per year.

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