Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
University
Tribhuwan University
Duration
4 years
Fee
Rs.
Summary
• Four-year TU program introducing major traditions of Eastern and Western philosophy, ethics, logic, and philosophical thought, integrating analytical, ethical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Covers foundational philosophical concepts, theories of knowledge, metaphysics, ethics, and social philosophy.
• Includes major Eastern traditions (Vedic and non-Vedic schools) and Western philosophical history.
• Integrates critical logic, Marxism, contemporary philosophy, and practical-ethics components.
• Includes research methodology and an elective in philosophy of religion and applied ethics.
• Builds conceptual reasoning, argumentation, and analytical ability relevant across academic and applied fields.
Description
Curricular structure
| Year | Components |
|---|---|
| 1st | Compulsory English (C.Eng.401); Introduction to Philosophy & Logic (Philo 421); Eastern Philosophy: Vedic & Non-Vedic Schools (Philo 422) |
| 2nd | Compulsory Nepali (C.Nep.402) or Alternative English (Alt.Eng.402); History of Western Philosophy (Philo 423); Materialism, Marxism & Logic (Philo 424) |
| 3rd | Compulsory English (C.Eng.403); Introduction to Eastern, Western Ethics & Social Philosophy (Philo 425) |
| 4th | Contemporary Philosophy: East & West (Philo 426); Research Methodology (Philo 427); Elective—Philosophy of Religion & Practical Ethics (Philo 410) |
Features
Features
• Balanced coverage of Eastern, Western, classical, and contemporary philosophical traditions
• Strong grounding in logic, ethics, metaphysics, and social philosophy
• Research-methodology component included in the final year
• Elective focus on religion and practical ethics
• TU humanities structure with compulsory language modules
Admission Process
Admission process
• +2/Intermediate or equivalent from any stream
• Minimum D+ in all Grade 11 and 12 subjects or equivalent division as per TU criteria
• Apply directly to the campus offering the program; submit transcripts and identification documents
Job Prospects
Job prospects
• Teaching and academic-support roles in schools and colleges
• Assistant positions in research, policy, and social-science institutions
• Roles in NGOs/INGOs requiring analytical, ethical, or critical-thinking background
• Editorial, writing, and content-development roles
• Entry-level positions in community programs, social development, and public-service sectors
• Foundation for higher studies in philosophy, ethics, religion, political science, sociology, or law
No entrance requirements available
Curriculum 1
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