Philosophy (Minor)
Studying philosophy promotes critical thinking, logical problem solving, and precise written communication. Knowing the history of philosophy is the key to understanding the intellectual foundations of much of contemporary culture. The skills philosophy students learn are applicable to a wide range of careers. The philosophy minor complements a wide range of majors.
Students can complete the philosophy minor by taking one introductory level course in philosophy and any twelve (12) additional credit hours of philosophy courses numbered 200 or higher. As an option, minors may complete a group of four courses in one of the following three areas - ethical theory and practice; law, politics, and social justice; or science, technology, and society.
The ethical theory and practice group provides knowledge of major ethical theories and develops skill in applying ethical concepts and decision-making to personal lives and professional careers. This track is ideal for students interested in learning how to engage with and address complex ethical issues that we confront in all areas of life, as well as those who plan to pursue careers in biomedical ethics, cyberethics or environmental ethics.
The law, politics and social justice group provides knowledge of the foundations and principles of our social, political, and legal systems, develops skill in applying concepts to address issues and tools to solve problems that arise in these contexts. This track is ideal for students who plan to pursue careers in law, government or public policy.
The science, technology, and society group examines the scientific approach to understanding the world and the impacts of science and technology on individuals, society, and the natural world. This track is ideal for majors who plan to pursue careers in the sciences, health professions or technology-related fields, such as engineering or information technology.
Minor Requirements
Minor Requirements
| PH 100 | Exploring Philosophy * | 3 |
| OR | |
| PH 102 | Exploring Philosophy Through Ancient Wisdom * | |
| OR | |
| PH 103 | Exploring Philosophy Through Science Fiction * | |
Minor Electives
Twelve (12) additional credits of philosophy courses numbered 200 or higher
Ethical Theory and Practice
Law, Politics and Social Justice
| PH 300 | Modern Logic * | 3 |
| PH 301 | Social and Political Philosophy * | 3 |
| PH 302 | Comparative Social and Political Philosophy | 3 |
| PH 307 | Philosophy of Law * | 3 |
| PH 309 | Ethical Theory * | 3 |
Science, Technology, and Society
| PH 230 | Mind, Brains, and Machines * | 3 |
| PH 250 | Science, Technology and Society * | 3 |
| PH 303 | Animals, the Environment, and Ethics * | 3 |
| PH 313 | Cyberethics * | 3 |