Philosophy
Career Options for Philosophy Majors

Philosophy is the study of the truths and principles underlying all knowledge. It attempts to analyze, interpret, and explain human beliefs, values, and behavior. Major areas within Philosophy include the study of reality, truth, knowledge, logic, values, and ethics.

The following job titles are related to the field of Philosophy. Some may require study beyond the Bachelor of Arts level. This is not a complete list of possible careers for Philosophy graduates, but simply provides some suggestions of potential career options. (Phifer, Paul. "College Majors and Careers: A Resource Guide for Effective Life Planning:. c. 1987)

 
CAREER OPTIONS
Advertising
Arbitrator
Archivist
Biographer
Book Critic
College/University Administrator
Columnist
Curator
Counselor
Copy Editor
Diplomat
Editorial Assistant
Educator
FBI/CIA Agent
Foreign Correspondent
Foreign Service Representative 		Genealogist
Government Employee
Human Resources Administrator
Insurance Representative
International Relations Expert
Journalist, Reporter
Judge, Lawyer, Paralegal
Lecturer
Librarian
Manuscript Reader
Member of Clergy
Public Administrator
Public Relations Expert
Publisher
Research Assistant
Writer

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Last updated Friday, November 6, 1998 at 10:20 PST.