PHILOSOPHY (B.A. or B.S.)
Department of History and Philosophy
College of Arts and Sciences

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

The Philosophy curriculum is designed to encourage students to think critically and creatively about human existence and the nature of reality. It emphasizes: (1) training in critical reasoning and logical analysis; (2) an understanding of the many methods of human inquiry; (3) a survey of the history of philosophy and the history of ethics; (4) the analysis of and appreciation of values; (5) a reflective and tolerant exploration of religion and scriptural studies; and, (6) the growth of a personal philosophy based on the life-long search for and appreciation of truth, knowledge, goodness, and beauty.

The Philosophy program consists of four options: Philosophy major, and minors in Philosophical Studies, Religious Studies, and Ethical Studies. Philosophy is a valuable major for any student desiring a liberal arts education. It is of special value for those preparing for careers in law, government, the ministry, and higher education. The major provides the necessary background for graduate work in philosophy. The three minor programs are designed to add breadth and depth to most majors at the University.

MAJOR (30 hours): 4000, 4910; select three from: 3100, 3200, 4300, 4400; select five electives from the remaining Philosophy courses, excluding 2000 and 2200.

PHILOSOPHICAL STUDIES MINOR (18 hours):

2900; select two from 3100, 3200,4300, 4400; select three from the remaining Philosophy courses, excluding 2000 and 2200

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