History of Philosophical Ideas and Thought Undergraduate Academic Certificate
The History of Philosophical Ideas and Thought Certificate offers students a comprehensive exploration of the development of philosophical thought throughout history. This interdisciplinary program combines core philosophy courses with selected offerings from history, providing a rich context for understanding the evolution of ideas.
All required coursework must be completed with a grade of C or better (O-10-a).
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PHIL 3200 | History of Ancient and Medieval Philosophy | 3 |
| PHIL 3210 | History of Modern Philosophy | 3 |
| Two of the following: | 6 | |
| The Age of Enlightenment: European Culture & Ideas, 1680-1800 | ||
| Modern European Cultural and Intellectual History, 1880-1980 | ||
| History of Science I: Antiquity to 1700 | ||
| History of Science II: 1700-Present | ||
| History of Mathematics | ||
| Biblical Judaism: Texts and Thought | ||
| Buddhism | ||
| Historical Figures in Philosophy | ||
| Philosophy of Science | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Courses to total 12 credits for this certificate
1. Students appreciate and exhibit knowledge of the historical interconnections between philosophy and cultural, religious, and scientific institutions.
2. Students can analyze primary texts from significant philosophers and historical periods.
3. Students can write an analytic essay that exhibits both critical thinking and effective argumentation about philosophical ideas that have taken place over the course of Western history.