Philosophy Career Scope, Eligibility and Job Prospects

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Duration: 3 years, Eligibility: 10+2, cut-offs to apply vary from college to college. Some hold entrance exams, Job Profiles: Researcher, School teacher

The term philosophy was introduced by the Greek thinker Pythagoras. Philosophy is a subject that delves deep into general and fundamental issues related to existence, knowledge, reason, mind and language. You will study both Indian and Western and understand the relation between reality and experience. An interesting subject for ‘thinkers’.

Course overview: You will be required to study philosophy in depth from all parts of the world. Ethics and aesthetics will also be part of the course. Logic is another core part of the course along with religion. Indian and Western philosophy will be delved into deeply. Social and political philosophy also need to be mastered.

Job opportunities: After the completion of B.A. in Philosophy, most continue to do higher education in a related field like linguistics, sociology, psychology or even history. You can apply for a job in publication or in school as a teacher. You can also apply for jobs in private firms or in government sectors. Many find work in an unrelated area unless they go into research. Your graduate degree gives you the ability to apply to various sectors.