Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy degree is designed to expose students to the fundamentals of Western philosophy. Courses in this program will enable students to explore the history of Western philosophy, logic, ethics, the philosophy of science, and the fundamentals of metaphysics and ethics.

Through the use of logic and argumentation, students will learn to think critically and objectively, write clearly and effectively, and navigate complex intellectual, social, and legal issues. This program offers three concentrations, such as ethics, the history of philosophy, or social justice. This program helps to prepare students for professional responsibilities often requiring a high level of analytical thought, in fields such as ethicists, instructors, businesspeople, or workers in organizations dedicated to social justice.

Degree Program Objectives

In addition to the institutional and degree level learning objectives, graduates of this program are expected to achieve these learning outcomes:

• Examine the historical development and evolution of philosophy from its origins through contemporary times.
• Evaluate the various schools of philosophical and moral thought, as well as the historical context and the rationale behind their respective development.
• Apply logic by demonstrating the proper use of inductive, deductive, and abductive reasoning.
• Evaluate various criteria for justifying claims of knowledge and morality.
• Construct philosophical positions in various compositions and critically analyze philosophical questions.
• Apply philosophical inquiry to contemporary events.