COURSE CURRICULUM

Laurier’s Philosophy program offers a rich combination of foundational courses, electives, and advanced studies that prepare students to think critically about the world around them. In your first year, you will build a strong base with core courses such as Values and Society, Knowledge and Reality, and Philosophy of Happiness, which introduce central philosophical concepts, ethical frameworks, and the nature of human understanding. Complementing these, you can choose from first-year electives like Revolution in the Modern World, One Planet, Many Worlds, Politics Beyond Borders, Introduction to Film and Society, and Literature and Catastrophe, allowing you to explore intersections between philosophy, culture, history, and society. Upper-year courses deepen your expertise and offer specialized study, including Legal Philosophy, Medical Ethics, Social and Political Philosophy, Philosophy of Sex, Love and Friendship, Business Ethics, Philosophy and the Environment, and Persons, Selves, and Identity. These courses challenge you to apply philosophical reasoning to contemporary issues, from justice and governance to human relationships, moral dilemmas, and environmental responsibility. Throughout the program, you will cultivate critical thinking, logical analysis, research, and communication skills, all essential for careers in law, public policy, education, business, and beyond. By combining intellectual rigor with practical application, Laurier’s Philosophy program equips you to engage thoughtfully and meaningfully with complex problems in both professional and personal contexts.