Note: Normally, in both master's and doctoral programs, no more than 3 units (0.5 full-course equivalent) of Directed Reading can be taken to satisfy the minimum course requirement.
In addition to Faculties of Graduate Studies and Arts requirements, the Department requires:
Master of Arts (thesis-based)
a) A minimum of 18 units (3.0 full-course equivalents). Philosophy 603 is a required course and is normally taken the first year in program.
b) In the specializations History and Philosophy of Science or Philosophy of Religion, courses taken in History or Religious Studies, may, with departmental approval, count as fulfilling course requirements for the degree.
Master of Arts (thesis-based) with Specialization in the History and Philosophy of Science
a) Six units (1.0 full-course equivalent) (two terms) in the philosophy of science.
b) Six units (1.0 full-course equivalent) (two terms) in the history of science.
c) Six units (1.0 full-course equivalent) (two terms) in the history and philosophy of science.
d) Proficiency in a second language or logic, depending on the department of enrolment.
Master of Arts (course-based)
a) A minimum of 30 units (5.0 full-course equivalents), including at least 6 units (1.0 full-course equivalent) in the History of Philosophy and 6 units (1.0 full-course equivalent) in 20th Century or Contemporary Philosophy. Philosophy 603 is a required course and is normally taken the first year in program.
b) Students to remedy background deficiencies, if any, in a certain area or areas of philosophy by taking course work below the 500-level.
c) Students must complete at least 3 units (0.5 full-course equivalent) in each annual registration period.
Doctor of Philosophy
a) Normally, a minimum of 18 units (3.0 full-course equivalents) for students with a Master of Arts degree.
b) Normally, a minimum of 36 units (6.0 full-course equivalents) for students entering directly from an honours undergraduate program.
c) Students to show competence in logic, which may be done by achieving a grade of "B" or better in Philosophy 379.
d) Philosophy 603 is a required course and is normally taken the first year in program.