Philosophy (Minor)

Dominican’s program in Philosophy (in cooperation with the Department of Political Science) emphasizes metaphysical, ethical, and political philosophy in the West and includes the study of Asian philosophy, philosophy of religion, and environmental philosophy. Studying philosophy strengthens the mind’s abilities to reason, analyze, and interpret, while it heightens the individual’s capacity for vision, contemplation, and wonder. We believe that these talents are as important for earning a living as they are for living a meaningful life.

Program Learning Outcomes

The student will demonstrate:

A basic knowledge of the history of the Western philosophical tradition and its core questions and debates.
An ability to ask philosophical questions, to analyze and reflect philosophically, and to construct logical philosophical arguments.

Philosophy Minor Requirements

Lower Division:

PHIL XXXX	Philosophy Elective	3.00 units
Total Credit Hours:		3

Upper Division:

PHIL 3104/PHIL 1104	Philosophy of Human Nature	3.00 units

PHIL 3105	Ancient Greek Philosophy	3.00 units
	or
PHIL 3200/POL 3200/POL 5200	Ancient & Medieval Philosophy	3.00 units

PHIL 3201/PHIL 5201/POL 3201/POL 5201	Modern and Contemporary Philosophy	3.00 units
PHIL 3XXX	Philosophy Electives	6.00 units
Total Credit Hours:		15

Total Credit Hours: 18