The philosophy major is designed to give an understanding of the historical development of philosophic concepts and to introduce students to the critical thinking tools applicable to philosophy and a wide range of other fields, from law and business to education, medicine, and science. A variety of electives are offered to enrich the student's understanding of philosophy and its real-world applications.
Philosophy Major
Note: The following requirements were in effect at the time of publication of this edition of the catalog. Please see the department website for further information and updates.
Students must take a total of 36 credits in philosophy distributed as follows:
21:730:103 Introduction to Philosophy (3)
21:730:201 Introduction to Logic (3)
21:730:212 Introduction to Ethics (3) or 21:730:205 Current Moral and Social Issues
(3)
21:730:306 Greek Philosophy or 21:730:307 Modern Philosophy
(3)
At least one 400-level course in ethics, social, or political philosophy offered by the philosophy department (3)
Four 400-level courses (any topic) offered by the philosophy department (12)
Three additional 300- or 400-level courses offered by the philosophy department (9)
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