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 Women's Studies?
The interdisciplinary Women’s Studies program focuses on gender and sexuality as they exist independently and in relation to race, class, disability, and other important social issues. The program offers students opportunities to engage in participatory classrooms, collaborative learning, and leadership experiences.
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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Undergraduate programs
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?
Undergraduate programs
Women's Studies
Are you interested in exploring concepts like ethnicity, socio-cultural systems, gender, and sexual identity? Join our diverse program and learn to navigate these ideas.
Graduate programs
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 Women's Studies news and announcements
Shedding new light on causality and causal selection
PhD student Brian Hanley has published a philosophical analysis of causation and the Bhopal Gas Tragedy...
In the media
In the News: Rebecca Sullivan, English, on Global News
Calgary University professor highlights danger of posting controversial comments online
In the News: Rebecca Sullivan, English/Women's Studies, in The Wire
'Baby, It's Cold Outside' – But It's Heating Up on Social Media
In the News: Rebecca Sullivan, English/Women's Studies, in CBC News Calgary
'Our histories are complicated': Famous Five fought a good but imperfect fight
In the News: Nicole Wyatt, Philosophy, in The Conversation Canada
Trudeau’s response to the SNC-Lavalin affair shows structural misogyny in action
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