SAS Undergraduate Program

Bachelor of Science in Philosophy

Duration

4 Years

Total Units

185 Academic Units

Campus

Main Campus, Cebu City

About

About this Program

The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy (AB-Philo) of the University of San Jose–Recoletos is a four-year undergraduate program designed to build a strong foundation in philosophical thinking, critical analysis, ethical reflection, and research. It covers major areas such as logic, metaphysics, epistemology, aesthetics, political philosophy, philosophy of language, and comparative philosophy, while also introducing students to the history of philosophy across Western, Chinese, Indian, Asian, medieval, modern, and contemporary traditions. Alongside these core philosophy subjects, the program includes general education courses, Catholic theology and moral formation, legal and social studies, physical education, foreign language study, seminars, research work, and an internship, making it both academically rigorous and broadly formative. With a total of 185 units, the program prepares students for advanced study, teaching, ministry, law-related work, research, and other fields that value clear reasoning, ethical judgment, and reflective understanding.

Through this program, students are formed in disciplined reasoning, philosophical inquiry, and ethical reflection while gaining a broad understanding of the major traditions and developments in philosophy. It also develops research, communication, and analytical skills through seminars, written requirements, an internship, and related courses in theology, law, and the humanities, preparing graduates for meaningful service, advanced study, and leadership in academic and professional settings.

Campus: University of San Jose–Recoletos, Main Campus — Corner Pedro Lopez and Magallanes Streets, Barangay Kalubihan, Cebu City, Philippines 6000

Where It Leads

Potential Careers

Teacher or professorLawyer or paralegalPolicy analyst or public servantWriter, journalist, or editorPublic relations or communications officerHuman resources officerResearcher or social researcherCounselor or chaplainNonprofit or advocacy workerGraduate student for further specializationAcademic researcherEthics officerCorporate trainerFaith-based ministry workerDevelopment workerMediator or conflict resolution specialistLibrary or archival assistantAdmissions or student affairs officerSocial media or content strategistLegislative staff or parliamentary aide

How to Apply

Admission Requirements

New Student

Josenian College Admission Test (JCAT) result
PSA-issued birth certificate
Senior High school report card
Certificate of Good Moral Character
Enrollment Fee — Php 1,500.00

Transferee

Transcript of Record (informative copy)
Transfer of Credentials
Certificate of Good Moral Character
Interview with the Office of Student Affairs and Services (OSAS)
Josenian College Admission Test (JCAT) result
PSA-issued birth certificate
Enrollment Fee — Php 1,500.00

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