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Philosophy (B.A.)
Minor in Philosophy

Philosophy (B.A.)

The study of philosophy promotes rational and critical thinking and provides a sense of our intellectual traditions from the ancient, medieval, and modern periods.

The Philosophy major aims to develop a critical and articulated understanding of basic beliefs and value judgments. Students of Philosophy become acquainted with the intellectual foundation of much of Western culture and find opportunity to compare it to the tenets of other cultures. They also learn to analyze problems through a variety of methods.

Philosophy majors become qualified for careers in which a liberal arts degree is desirable. It is the recommended undergraduate major for students intending to pursue advanced studies in Philosophy, Religion, or Theology, or in many areas of professional study, such as law. Internships in a variety of human service agencies or congressional offices add to the practical dimension of the study.

The achievement of senior students is measured through a comprehensive examination, the requirements of the senior seminar, and an internship evaluation.

Suggested Degree Plan

Year One

Fall

  • PH 200 Introduction to Philosophy§
    EN 101 Composition I*
    ECO/POL/PSY/SOC 100 Introduction to the Social Sciences*
    Health elective*
    Mathematics elective*
    SEM 101 Freshman Seminar

Spring

  • PH 205 Logic§
    EN 102 Composition II*
    Science elective*
    Humanities elective*
    Social Sciences elective*

Year Two

Fall

  • PH 300-level course§
    PH 309 Ethical Theory
    Humanities elective*
    Social Sciences elective*
    Elective

Spring

  • PH 300-level course§
    Humanities elective*
    Three (3) electives

Year Three

Fall

  • Two (2) PH 300-level courses§
    Writing elective*
    Social Sciences 300/400-level elective*
    Elective*

Spring

  • Two (2) PH 300/400-level courses§
    Humanities elective*
    Two (2) electives

Year Four

Fall

  • PH 300/400-level course§
    PH 422 Senior Seminar§
    Humanities elective*
    Elective*

Spring

  • PH 400 Internship§
    PH 300/400-level course§
    Humanities elective*
    Two (2) electives

§ Requirement for the major
*See Liberal Arts Core requirements for details.

Philosophy (Minor)

Minor Requirements