ProgrammeA-Level entryHumanities & Languages4 years

BA Honours Philosophy Ethics and Human Development

University of Zimbabwe· Harare

Entry level: A-Level entry
Field of study: Humanities & Languages
Duration: 4 years
Institution: University of Zimbabwe

Entry requirements

This is a degree. It is entered after A-Level, so O-Level results alone are not enough.

As the institution publishes it

'A' Level passes in Arts subjects plus 5 'O' Level subjects including English Language; OR a Diploma in Philosophy from a recognised institution.

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About this programme

Examines the big questions about knowledge, morality and how societies should be organised, with a strong emphasis on African philosophy and on applying ethical reasoning to development, leadership and public life. Builds sharp analytical and argumentation skills that are valued across professions. Suits reflective, curious students who enjoy debate and argument. Assessed through essays and seminars, it builds reasoning skills useful in governance, ethics committees, advocacy and further study.

What you will study

Logic and critical thinking; ethics and moral philosophy; African philosophy; political and social philosophy; human development and values; research and writing.

Further study and pathways

MA or PhD in philosophy or ethics; policy, governance and ethics roles, advocacy, teaching (with qualification) and research.

Source: University of Zimbabwe: UZ_Undergraduate_Programme_Catalogue.xlsx, sheet "Programmes"

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