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Department of Philosophy

Why study Philosophy?

Learn how to think, discuss and write about abstract ideas. Discover how philosophy contributes to disciplines as diverse as sociology and computer science. You'll develop skills that lead to success in a wide range of graduate studies, and beyond.


Why Gender and Sexuality Studies?

The interdisciplinary Gender and Sexuality Studies (GSXS) program (formerly Women’s Studies WMST) focuses on issues of gender and sexuality, as well as race, class, disability, citizenship/documentation, age, and environmental issues. The program is defined by intersectional feminism and is global in scope. Issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion feature in all GSXS courses. GSXS instructors are committed to collaborative and participatory classrooms, decolonial learning, and a human rights agenda.

The supportive and welcoming attitudes of the members of the Philosophy Department at the University of Calgary fostered a collaborative environment that allowed me to thrive personally and academically.

Makmiller Pedroso

PhD'12, Assistant Professor, Towson University

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Explore our programs

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Philosophy

Learn to answer the big questions. What is the ultimate nature of reality? How should we construct a just society? And how can we lead good lives?

UCalgary student Nolan Hill

Gender and Sexuality Studies

Are you interested in exploring concepts like racism, socioeconomic class, gender, sexual identity? Do you see connections between the classroom and the community? Are you attuned to the pressing social issues of our times? Consider the Gender and Sexuality Studies program. Join the discussion, learn from other students, and deepen your critical thinking skills.

Faculty of Graduate Studies

MA and PhD programs

Our department is a vibrant philosophical community. You will benefit from graduate seminars, an active visiting speakers series and regular research group meetings. Add your voice to our community.


Philosophy and Gender and Sexuality Studies news and announcements

Students’ Union announces teaching excellence award winners

41 members of UCalgary community honoured for their commitment to student success

Inaugural Year of the Interdisciplinary Working Group on the Ethics and Politics of Narrative

Working group marks a successful inaugural year bringing together scholars across disciplines and career stages to explore the power of narration in shaping ethical and political life

Philosophers do Internships

Alyssa D'Ambrosio discusses her internship organizing the University of Calgary’s Ethics Bowl in Winter 2025

UCalgary Open Logic Textbook Leads in Accessibility

Richard Zach produces accessible version of a free textbook for UCalgary's Philosophy 279 (Logic I) course

Law and Philosophy Meet and Greet: February 7 at the Last Defense Lounge

Five Speakers from the Calgary legal community will speak and answer questions on their careers and paths through the law

The Final Rumble: Creative Arts Community Sparks New Movement

After 12 years, UCalgary Alumni Rich and Jessica Théroux are closing the curtain on Rumble House and sketching the blueprint for Calgary's next big art revolution.

In the media

In the News Andrew Allison, Philosophy, The Conversation

What the looming federal election could mean for the Bank of Canada’s independence

In the News Andrew Allison writing in The Conversation Canada

What the looming federal election could mean for the Bank of Canada’s independence

In the News Safaneh Neyshabouri, Philosophy/School of Languages, Linguistics, Literatures and Cultures, in The Globe and Mail, in

Alberta tables legislation regulating pronouns in school, gender in sports, limiting access to health care

In the News David Barrett, Geography, Allen Habib, Philosophy, in Global News

Balancing Calgary’s growth and water supply topic of university study

Science in the Cinema: Black Panther

Science in the Cinema: Black Panther

Screening of Black Panther, followed by Q&A with experts from across campus, including Dr. Motilola Akinfemisoye-Adejare from the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology.

April 29, 6 p.m.
Calgary Central Library (800 3 Street S.E.)

FREE ADMISSION

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