Philosophy Trent University

Overview

As a student of Philosophy at Trent University , you will be challenged to think critically and creatively by exploring questions about the nature of reality, the meaning of human existence, ethics, and the limits of knowledge.

Key Facts:

In small class settings, you’ll workshop ideas, perspectives, prejudices, beliefs, facts, and other ways of forming opinions and arguments. This interactive academic environment alongside experiential learning opportunities, such as co-op, will push you to apply your knowledge and develop advanced, highly valued skills in critical thinking, writing, and communication.

When you graduate, you will join an extensive and successful network of Trent Philosophy alumni, including international bestselling author Yann Martel.

Trent's paid co-op is an opportunity for you to gain work-integrated experiential learning that will help you get a head start on your career. The Philosophy co-op assists graduating students in achieving a competitive edge while generating experience within a wide range of sectors.

Specifically, paid co-op gives you a chance to obtain 12 months of practical experience on the job, develop or enhance technical skills, explore career options, network with a variety of individuals and organizations, learn from mentors, enhance communication and presentation skills, and develop technical writing skills.

Traditionally there are three co-op work terms of paid employment, each four months long, 35 hours/week, giving students the opportunity to manage well-defined special projects at an organization. With the Philosophy co-op, students are encouraged to combine two work terms back-to-back creating an eight-month opportunity with one employer.

Co-opportunities:

As a co-op student in Philosophy you can explore employment opportunities including:

• Community Development
• Libraries, Museums & Archives
• Social Justice
• Policy Analysis
• Technical Writing