Philosophy Major (BA)

Major Requirements

A philosophy major consists of a minimum of nine courses as follows:

• PHIL 1130 - Logic
• PHIL 1140 - Ethics
• PHIL 3150 - Ancient Greek Philosophy
• PHIL 3160 - Modern Philosophy: Descartes to Kant
• PHIL 5550 - Knowledge, Truth, and Language
• PHIL 5560 - Metaphysics
• PHIL 5750 - Contemporary Ethical Theory: Justice and the Good Life
• At least two electives in philosophy

Note

It is recommended that the history sequence begin in the fall of the sophomore year.

Philosophy students are also encouraged to pursue a reading proficiency in a non-English language, competence in mathematics through college algebra, broad reading in literature, and careful study of a laboratory science.