Philosophy Minor

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The philosophy minor provides students with the skills to read difficult texts, analyze problems, formulate arguments, and defend original theses in writing. Students get a solid grasp of some of the major philosophers, movements, and topics of philosophical debate. The philosophy minor can complement any major by inviting students to consider questions that are foundational to their discipline.

Required Course Credits: 5

Select one of the following:

PHIL 101 - Philosophical Inquiry Credits: (5)
PHIL 103 - What Is Enlightenment? Credits: (5)
PHIL 104 - Moral Controversies Credits: (5)
PHIL 105 - The Meaning of Life Credits: (5)
PHIL 106 - Asian Philosophy Credits: (5)
PHIL 107 - Political Philosophy and Social Democracy Credits: (5)
PHIL 108 - Race and Justice Credits: (5)
PHIL 110 - Beyond Belief? Exploring the Fringe and the Paranormal Credits: (5)
PHIL 111 - Writing and Power: Authority, Oppression, and Resistance Credits: (5)
PHIL 151 - Arguments about Life and Death Credits: (5)
PHIL 152 - Arguments about Healthcare Credits: (5)
PHIL 153 - Arguments about Social Issues Credits: (5)

Department-Approved Electives Credits: 19-20

Select from PHIL courses; at least 15 credits at 300 level or above.

Total Credits: 24-25

College and Department Information

Philosophy and Comparative Religion Department
College of Arts and Humanities

Online Availability
The program does not have a designated online only option.

Program Codes
PHILMIN, PHILMINP