36 monthsProgramme duration
2,000 CHFTuition Fee/year
30 Apr, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Philosophy is different from other disciplines: it doesn’t just teach what to think, but also how to think. Studying philosophy fosters the development of critical and analytical thinking, learning how to argue effectively, and acquiring strong written and oral skills, qualities that make philosophy graduates appreciated in the job market.
The Bachelor in Philosophy in Lugano, at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) – Institute of Philosophy (ISFI), is an excellent choice for those who want to study this subject because:
The Bachelor in Philosophy in Lugano, at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) – Institute of Philosophy (ISFI), is an excellent choice for those who want to study this subject because:
- It offers a solid and balanced education in the main areas and traditions of philosophy.
- It is characterized by its international and interdisciplinary approach.
- It fosters intellectual growth and the students’ engagement through a variety of teaching methods (lectures, seminars, textual analysis, philosophical debates...).
- It provides the chance to engage with renowned philosophers thanks to an excellent lecturers/students ratio.
- It is part of the vibrant and rapidly growing philosophical environment of the Institute of Philosophy in Lugano.
- It maximizes the career prospects by offering interdisciplinary tracks.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Philosophy
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Philosophy is different from other disciplines: it doesn’t just teach what to think, but also how to think. Studying philosophy fosters the development of critical and analytical thinking, learning how to argue effectively, and acquiring strong written and oral skills, qualities that make philosophy graduates appreciated in the job market.
The Bachelor in Philosophy in Lugano, at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) – Institute of Philosophy (ISFI), is an excellent choice for those who want to study this subject because:
The Bachelor in Philosophy in Lugano, at the Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) – Institute of Philosophy (ISFI), is an excellent choice for those who want to study this subject because:
- It offers a solid and balanced education in the main areas and traditions of philosophy.
- It is characterized by its international and interdisciplinary approach.
- It fosters intellectual growth and the students’ engagement through a variety of teaching methods (lectures, seminars, textual analysis, philosophical debates...).
- It provides the chance to engage with renowned philosophers thanks to an excellent lecturers/students ratio.
- It is part of the vibrant and rapidly growing philosophical environment of the Institute of Philosophy in Lugano.
- It maximizes the career prospects by offering interdisciplinary tracks.
Admission Requirements
Applicants in possession of foreign secondary education and/or of a foreign university diploma considered to be equivalent are admitted to the undergraduate programme. As a rule, reference is made to the guidelines of the University Admissions Commission of the Rectors’ Conference of the Swiss Universities (swissuniversities).
School-leaving certificates issued by Swiss schools abroad are equally accepted.
School-leaving certificates issued by Swiss schools abroad are equally accepted.
30 Apr 2026
3 Years
Sep
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
- Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
2,000 CHF
International
2,000 CHF
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