Philosophy Courses: Fees 2024, Admission, Top Colleges, Distance Learning, Online

Updated on May 12, 2022 07:17 IST

Philosophy can be defined as the study of nature, knowledge, values, languages and more. It is the study of all such general and fundamental questions related to existence. Philosophy course is one of the common subjects among students in India. Philosophy course has various subfields which includes ethics, metaphysics, logic, epistemology, aesthetics, philosophy of science and political philosophy. These fields deal with the study of nature, knowledge, reality etc.   

Table of Contents
  1. Philosophy Course: Highlights
  2. Types of Philosophy Courses -UG & PG 
    • 2.1 Popular Philosophy Courses -UG & PG
    • 2.2 Popular Philosophy Courses -UG & PG 
    • 2.3 Philosophy Degree Courses – UG
    • 2.4 Philosophy Subjects & Syllabus-UG level  
    • 2.5 Distance Philosophy Courses – UG 
    • 2.6 Philosophy Diploma Courses  
    • 2.7 Philosophy Certification Courses  
    • 2.8 Philosophy Degree Courses – PG
    • 2.9 Distance Philosophy Courses – PG
  3. FAQs on Philosophy Courses

Philosophy Course: Highlights

Course Level 

Undergraduate and Postgraduate 

Examination Type 

Semester / year wise 

Eligibility 

For UG- 10+2 (minimum 50% marks) and relaxation to /ST/OB SC C 

For PG- Graduation  

Admission process 

Merit based or entrance exam 

Top Recruiters 

CAPGEMINI, Kotak Securities, United Airlines, Axis Bank, etc. 

Job Roles 

Public Service, Teacher, Journalist, Social Worker, Sales Executive etc. 

Types of Philosophy Courses -UG & PG 

Philosophy courses are taught in total four to six semesters. The course includes both elective and core subjects. The first and second semester of Philosophy include core subjects in UG courses while candidates get to select specialization in PG courses. Here in the article, we have discussed in detail about Philosophy subjects, syllabus and specializations at both UG and PG level.  

Popular Philosophy Courses -UG & PG

Philosophy courses are of various types. Philosophy courses are taught in different modes including full time mode and part time. There are many Philosophy courses that are degree courses while a number of philosophy courses are diploma courses. Here in the article, candidates will get to know about popular Philosophy courses at UG and PG levels. 

Popular Philosophy Courses -UG & PG 

Philosophy courses are of various types. Philosophy courses are taught in different mode including full time mode and part time. There are many Philosophy courses that are degree courses while a number of philosophy courses are diploma courses. Here in the article, candidates wil get to know to about popular Philosophy courses at UG and PG levels. 

Philosophy Degree Courses – UG

Philosophy courses at undergraduate level are usually a full-time regular course focusing on core subjects like  

  • Classical Indian Philosophy 
  • History of Western Philosophy 
  • Philosophy of Language 

Philosophy Subjects & Syllabus-UG level  

Semester I 

Semester II 

Semester III 

Indian Philosophy 

Logic 

Ethics and Philosophy of Religion 

History of Western Philosophy 

Psychology & Social-Political Philosophy 

Indian Logic and Epistemology 

Semester IV 

Semester V 

Semester VI 

Philosophy of Language, Epistemology, and Metaphysics (Western) 

Vedtasra – Sadananda (Entire Text) 

An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding: David Hume 

Optional Paper 

Research Project 

Research Project 

Distance Philosophy Courses – UG 

There are a number of universities and colleges in India that provide Philosophy courses at UG level in distance mode. There are a number of open universities also that offer distance philosophy courses at UG level. To get admission in distance philosophy at UG level, candidates are required to have passed 10+2 with science, commerce or humanities stream. 

Online Philosophy Courses 

Philosophy courses are also available online mode. There a number of universities and colleges in India that offer philosophy course in online mode.  

Philosophy Diploma Courses  

Diploma and PG diploma courses in Philosophy. The eligibility criteria for diploma courses in philosophy is PDC or PUC or higher secondary passing certificate. Candidates should also have proficiency in English. 

Philosophy Certification Courses  

Philosophy courses are also offered in short-term or certificate mode. These courses are usually designed by autonomous institutes. These courses are usually designed in a way that completes the course in a short duration. 

Philosophy Degree Courses – PG

Post-graduation in philosophy is a two-year duration course which include that deals with classical as well as modern philosophy. With the PG in Philosophy degree candidates can get job opportunities in different sectors like teaching, Insurance companies etc. 

Distance Philosophy Courses – PG

There are various colleges and universities in India that offer distance philosophy courses at PG level. To pursue the course candidates, need to have a graduation degree in philosophy. 

FAQs on Philosophy Courses

Q. Can I study philosophy in India?

A. Yes, there are multiple colleges in India that offer pholosophy courses. Some of the colleges are University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), Amity University, Nizam College, JNU and many more.

Q. Is there scope for philosophy in India?

A. Yes, after completing philosophy course, candidates can go for higher studies, or opt professions like teaching, writing, management, lawyer, consultant, policy analyst, government employee, public relations officer etc.

Q. What are the subjects in philosophy?

A. Popular subjects that are part of philosophy are 
Metaphysics and epistemology
Mathematics
Value theory
History of philosophy
Science
Logic
Philosophical tradition

Q. What are the four types of philosophy?

A. Four types of philosophy are theoretical philosophy (metaphysics and epistemology), practical philosophy (ethics, social and political philosophy, aesthetics), logic, and history of philosophy.

Q. What are the branches of philosophy?

A. Branches of philosophy are Epistemology, Aesthetics, Logic, Ethics, Metaphysics, Philosophy of mind, Philosophy of science.

Q. Is philosophy a good degree?

A. Yes, philosophy is a good career choice as it held in enhancing various skills such as developing logical thinking, expressing ideas in both oral and written form, thinking about things from different perspective etc.  

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