Introduction: Why is Philosophy important in today’s time?
Everyone talks about career, money and skills. In such a situation, studying Philosophy may seem a bit “different”, but this does not mean that it is of no use. In fact, studying BA Philosophy gives such thinking and understanding that is very useful even in today’s era – whether it is civil service, the field of law or social work.
What is BA Philosophy?
BA Philosophy (Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy) is a three-year undergraduate course that gives students the ability to think and understand deep questions of life, society, logic and morality. In this course, you do not just read books, but learn how to argue on an idea, evaluate a theory and understand the thinking of society better.
It teaches the writings of both Indian and Western famous thinkers – such as Aristotle, Plato, Gandhi, Vivekananda, Kant, Hegel and Buddha.
What is taught in this course?
Many interesting subjects are taught in the BA Philosophy course. For example:
- Political Philosophy – How to balance power in politics and society?
- Ethics – What is right, what is wrong? How should we behave?
- Logic – The art of identifying right and wrong thinking.
- Metaphysics – Thoughts on deep subjects like universe, soul, God.
- Epistemology – What is knowledge? How do we know?
Apart from this, practice is also given to think about modern philosophy, axiology, Buddhist philosophy and big problems of life.
Who can do BA Philosophy?
If you have passed 12th from any stream (Arts, Science, Commerce) and have at least 45% marks, then you can do this course. If you are interested in reading, writing, thinking and reasoning, then this course can be perfect for you.
What skills do you get after doing BA Philosophy?
This course does not just give a degree, but also teaches you many important skills, such as:
- Critical Thinking – Understanding something deeply and thinking on the basis of logic.
- Effective communication – writing and speaking well.
- Problem solving – taking decisions thoughtfully.
- Moral understanding – thinking keeping society and humanity in mind.
All these skills help you to progress in every field.
Career options after BA Philosophy: Where will you get a job?
1. Teacher
If you are interested in teaching, then you can teach Philosophy, Ethics, or Social Science in school or college.
Average salary: ₹3.6 lakh per year
2. Writer/Content Creator
You can write for blogs, newspapers, social media or websites. You can also become a poet, novelist or script writer.
Average salary: ₹3 lakh per year
3. Consultant
They work to suggest solutions to companies’ problems. This job is of a very senior level.
Average salary: ₹12.6 lakh per year
4. Social Worker
Want to do social service? Want to work for the rights and welfare of people? Then this field is for you.
Average salary: ₹2.64 lakh per year
5. Lawyer
The logic of philosophy is very useful in the field of law. By doing LLB, you can become a successful lawyer.
Average salary: ₹6 lakh per year
6. Journalist
Your thinking ability and reasoning power can make you a better reporter, anchor or editor in journalism.
Average salary: ₹3.6 lakh per year
7. Human Resource Officer (HR Professional)
To work in HR, communication and the art of understanding humans is required – which Philosophy teaches.
Average salary: ₹5 lakh per year
8. Government Job (Public Service/Civil Services)
Studying BA Philosophy is very beneficial for exams like UPSC, PSC, SSC.
Average salary: ₹1.68 lakh to ₹15 lakh, depending on the post
9. PR & Advertising
Your thinking and understanding of society can make you a part of good campaigns and branding.
Average salary: ₹2.88 lakh per year
10. Researcher
If you want to study more and know in depth, then you can go into the research field by doing M.A., M.Phil. or Ph.D.
Average salary: ₹4 to ₹10 lakh per year
What else can you do next?
If you want to study more after BA Philosophy, then you can go for these courses:
- MA Philosophy
- MA Political Science
- LLB (Law Studies)
- MSW (Social Work)
- MBA (Human Resources/Business Ethics)
- UPSC/NET/JRF Preparation
In all these, a background of Philosophy will make you different and stronger from others.
Online or Regular — which mode to choose?
Nowadays many universities like Amity Online, IGNOU, DU SOL, and other institutes also offer online BA Philosophy courses. If you want to study while working or want to do your graduation from home, then this can be a good option.
Conclusion: Why do BA Philosophy?
If you are a student who has a habit of thinking deeply, who likes to ask questions, and who wants to understand society better — then BA Philosophy can be a great option for you. This course gives not just a degree, but a new perspective of thinking.
You can not only make a good career from this, but also make a positive contribution to the society. You can also find a way to bring about change.
Aryan Jain writes easy-to-understand posts on college admissions and career tips. He loves helping students find the right path and make smart choices for their future.