Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy

The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy program is designed to enhance your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills. Through the exploration of logic, metaphysics, and the history of philosophy, you'll engage with fundamental questions about existence and values. This program prepares you for diverse career paths or further studies by equipping you with the ability to analyze complex issues and articulate your thoughts persuasively. Embrace the opportunity to deepen your understanding of the world and your place in it.

Courses

Total Credits: 120

General Education Courses:

College Writing 3 credits
Advanced College Writing 3 credits
Algebra for College Students 3 credits
Applied Statistics 3 credits
World History 3 credits
Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits
Introduction to Anthropology 3 credits
Introduction to Sociology 3 credits
Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits
Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits

Core Concentration Courses:

Metaphysics 3 credits
Introduction to Ontology 3 credits
Religious Philosophy 3 credits
Philosophy of Arts 3 credits
Logic 3 credits
Rhetoric and Argumentation 3 credits
The Pre-Socratics 3 credits
The Great Greek Classics 3 credits
Neoplatonic Philosophy 3 credits
Christian Philosophy 3 credits
Eastern Philosophy 3 credit
Introduction to Modern Philosophy 3 credits
Christian Existentialism I 3 credits
English Empiricism 3 credits
Enlightenment Philosophy 3 credits
Modern Idealism 3 credits
Contemporary Philosophy 3 credits
Epistemology 3 credits
Development of Aesthetic Thinking 3 credits
Development of Artistic Practice 3 credits
Research Seminar I 3 credits
Research Seminar II 3 credits
Research Seminar III and Final Presentation 24 credits

Program Objectives

Develop critical thinking and reasoning: Evaluate arguments, critique philosophical claims, and apply formal logic to construct sound reasoning.
Enhance communication skills: Articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively in both written and oral forms.
Gain historical and conceptual knowledge: Understand the historical development of philosophy, major movements, and influential figures and texts.
Master philosophical methodology: Apply the methods of philosophical inquiry, engage with philosophical texts critically, and learn to analyze conceptual and foundational issues.