Philosophy Fundamentals Undergraduate Academic Certificate
Philosophy is the study of the fundamental aspects of human nature and human experience. Philosophers study both what we know about our experiences and the reasons we can give for this knowledge. Its primary method is critical reasoning, so students of philosophy become excellent at thinking not just about "the what" of the world but also its whys. This certificate trains students in basic philosophical methodology across core areas: metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and social/political philosophy. Additionally, completing this certificate prepares students for more advanced study of philosophy.
All required coursework must be completed with a grade of C or better (O-10-a).
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| PHIL 1103 | Introduction to Ethics | 3 |
| or PHIL 2080 | Business Ethics | |
| PHIL 2010 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| or PHIL 2020 | Introduction to Symbolic Logic | |
| PHIL 2400 | Belief and Reality | 3 |
| One of the following: | 3 | |
| Philosophy of Alcohol | ||
| Topics in Social Philosophy | ||
| Mind and Madness | ||
| Philosophy in Film | ||
| Buddhism | ||
| Total Hours | 12 | |
Courses to total 12 credits for this certificate
1. Students exhibit knowledge of philosophical areas of study in metaphysics, epistemology, ethics, and social/political philosophy.
2. Students can recognize and articulate the foundations of critical thinking and effective argumentation about philosophical topics.
3. Students can distinguish between the normative and non-normative claims of a text.