Philosophy Minor

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The minor in Philosophy requires 18 credit hours of work in Philosophy. Its objectives are as follows: to develop the skill to examine critically the philosophical problems that are basic and perennial for any serious-minded and reflective person; to begin to develop a personal philosophy or system of beliefs concerning those issues; to provide a background in the history of western thought; and to analyze problems and theories in other fields in both the humanities and sciences.

No grade below a “C-” will be accepted for courses applied to the minor.

Minor Requirements (18 credits)

Choose one of the following:

PHIL 210 - Survey of Ancient Philosophy 3 credits
PHIL 200 - Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits

Choose 15 credits from the following

Any PHIL course or approved substitute, including the following:

POSC 331 - Ancient and Medieval Political Philosophy 3 credits
POSC 332 - Modern Political Philosophy 3 credits