Minor in Philosophy
Why should I consider a philosophy minor?
In every major area of study there are questions about values or methodology that philosophy can explore. So, philosophy can deepen your understanding of your major field of study. In addition, philosophy trains a person to think rigorously about fundamental questions—to express ideas clearly and logically—to understand and evaluate conflicting points of view—to reason in a careful way. These intellectual skills are useful in almost any career. And of course, like every minor, philosophy is an area of knowledge that has its own intrinsic value. The Philosophy Department offers three minors in philosophy:
- Minor in Philosophy
- Minor in Ethics and Moral Philosophy
Please contact our Undergraduate Program Director with any questions.
You can design a program to fit your own needs. If you plan a law career, for example, you would likely want to emphasize areas like reasoning, evidence, and political theory. Suggested sequences are available for students preparing for careers in law, business, medicine, or religion. Of course, the general requirements for the minor must be incorporated.
Academic Advising
Students pursuing a Minor in Philosophy are encouraged to plan their selection of courses with the Philosophy Undergraduate Director, or with their designated advisor, each semester prior to registration.
Double-Dipping Policy
- Students may not major and minor in the same discipline.
- Majors: no fewer than 21 credit hours in the individual student’s transcript must be unique to each major; that is, the courses in question are considered as actually fulfilling requirements of one major, not of more than one major.
- Minors and interdisciplinary minors: no fewer than 6 credit hours in the individual student’s transcript must be unique to each minor; that is, the courses in question are considered as actually fulfilling requirements of one minor, not of more than one minor or major.
For further information about the Minor in Philosophy, please contact the Philosophy Undergraduate Program Director.
Why should I consider a philosophy minor?
In every major area of study there are questions about values or methodology that philosophy can explore. So, philosophy can deepen your understanding of your major field of study. In addition, philosophy trains a person to think rigorously about fundamental questions—to express ideas clearly and logically—to understand and evaluate conflicting points of view—to reason in a careful way. These intellectual skills are useful in almost any career. And of course, like every minor, philosophy is an area of knowledge that has its own intrinsic value. The Philosophy Department offers three minors in philosophy:
- Minor in Philosophy
- Minor in Ethics and Moral Philosophy
Please contact our Undergraduate Program Director with any questions.
You can design a program to fit your own needs. If you plan a law career, for example, you would likely want to emphasize areas like reasoning, evidence, and political theory. Suggested sequences are available for students preparing for careers in law, business, medicine, or religion. Of course, the general requirements for the minor must be incorporated.
Academic Advising
Students pursuing a Minor in Philosophy are encouraged to plan their selection of courses with the Philosophy Undergraduate Director, or with their designated advisor, each semester prior to registration.
Double-Dipping Policy
- Students may not major and minor in the same discipline.
- Majors: no fewer than 21 credit hours in the individual student’s transcript must be unique to each major; that is, the courses in question are considered as actually fulfilling requirements of one major, not of more than one major.
- Minors and interdisciplinary minors: no fewer than 6 credit hours in the individual student’s transcript must be unique to each minor; that is, the courses in question are considered as actually fulfilling requirements of one minor, not of more than one minor or major.
For further information about the Minor in Philosophy, please contact the Philosophy Undergraduate Program Director.