Philosophy Minor

Students with a minor in philosophy might study such topics as how we distinguish between reasonable and unreasonable beliefs, moral right and wrong, and justice and injustice, as well as explore Eastern and Western religions. A philosophy minor also sharpens reasoning, reading, and writing skills.

Degree Requirements

The Philosophy Minor Requirement is 18 credit hours as follows:

Any One Course from the Following in Metaphysics and Epistemology

PH 103	Introduction to Philosophy	3 cr.
PH 221	Mind, Self & World	3 cr.
PH 222	Philosophy & Photography	3 cr.

Subtotal: 3 cr.

Any One Course from the Following in Value Theory and Ethics

PH 208	Ethics	3 cr.
PH 211	Business Ethics	3 cr.
PH 225	Ethics of Digital Technologies	3 cr.
PH 230	Social & Political Thought	3 cr.
PH 231	Biomedical Ethics	3 cr.
PH 241	Environmental Ethics	3 cr.
PH 330	Contemporary Political Theory	3 cr.
LSOC 348	Theories of Justice	3 cr.

Subtotal: 3 cr.

Any One Course from the Following in Non-Western Philosophy & Diversity

PH 111	Mindfulness & Healing	3 cr.
PH 112	Yoga & Indian Philosophy I	3 cr.
PH 150	Gender & Feminism	3 cr.
PH 212	Yoga & Indian Philosophy II	3 cr.
PH 214	World Ethics	3 cr.
PH 304	Philosophy of Religion & Spirituality	3 cr.

Subtotal: 3 cr.

Choose any combination of 9 additional Philosophy credits from the lists above.

Subtotal: 9 cr.

Total Credit Hours: 18

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