Bachelor of Arts (BA) Major in Philosophy

An undergraduate philosophy degree will prepare you for myriad career options, from medicine and law to politics and communications.

The program's coursework covers the great philosophical minds of the West, from ancient Greece to present day, and provides an excellent foundation for graduate work that requires critical thinking, 分析, 沟通技巧.

为什么选择GMercyU

GMercyU’s philosophy program will 开发 your critical thinking and other "soft skills" that are much in demand in today’s global marketplace. Our 教师 will cover all the classical philosophers, 从亚里士多德到康德, with a focus on major texts that have influenced the direction and content of philosophical thought.

As a philosophy major, you will:

Analyze the primary philosophical texts from ancient civilization until modern-day and consider how those documents impact today's political, 社会, 环境, 经济气候
锻炼, 开发, and improve your debate skills so that you can form a personal position on a subject and defend it effectively
Research and debate published literature while 开发ing your own positions and opinions on topics raised during class and in reading material
Enjoy maximum flexibility in choosing and scheduling courses, so you can tailor your education to meet your academic and career goals

计划的细节

The root of the word philosophy (philos) means "love of wisdom". In the bachelor of arts in philosophy program at GMercyU, our 教师 fosters a greater love of wisdom in all students, whether they major or minor in the subject. 课程 in the philosophy program encour年龄 you to question the ideologies and constructs that permeate modern society and to critically approach all aspects of philosophical methods.

作为哲学专业的文学士, 你上伦理学的课程, 形而上学, and logic for a well-rounded academic understanding of philosophy. You also will take a capstone course near the end of the program. 在本课程中, you will be expected to write a scholarly research paper that illustrates your understanding and application of philosophical 分析.

辅修哲学, you might use this coursework to augment your studies in other areas, 比如法律预科和医学. Whether you choose philosophy as a major or a minor, your coursework will focus on the Western philosophical epochs and touch on the philosophies of Eastern thinkers.

In addition to general education requirements, ba in philosophy students must complete the following courses:

主修要求:30学分

PHL 201	古代哲学
PHL 202	中世纪哲学
PHL 240	逻辑
PHL 305	当代哲学
PHL 313	现代哲学
PHL 4000	顶石研讨会
PHL	Electives (4) (200-level or higher)*
*Choose from the following options: PHL 207, 211, 225, 234, 250, 299, 308, 310, 314, 325, 330, 420, 430, 457, 439, 2000

信贷需求
You must complete a minimum of 125 credits with a grade of “C” or better in the major for a bachelor’s degree in philosophy. 看到本科目录 for more information and course descriptions.

本科未成年人
Increase the value of your BA in philosophy degree by adding an 本科小 that best meets your personal and professional goals.

罗伯特·刘易斯博士
位置: Professor, Philosophy and Associate Director, 荣誉项目
你知道吗?? Dr. Clewis specializes in the philosophy of emotion, aesthetics, and Kant.
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帕特里克·梅西纳博士
位置: Associate Professor and Director, Philosophy and Director, 荣誉项目
你知道吗?? Dr. Messina’s expertise is in the thought of St. Augustine and its influence on the medieval scholastic thinkers (especially St. 托马斯·阿奎那).
读生物

With a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from GMercyU, you'll be equipped for a career in:

活动管理
城市管理
Clergy and Other Religious Leaders
直接的服务
Elected or Appointed 领导
环境法律
外国服务
融资/发展
政府
格兰特写作
人力资源
情报
执法
Legislative, Executive, or Judicial 服务s
图书馆科学
中介
临床医学/
非营利性或公共利益
办公室管理
政策分析
项目管理
公共政策
公共关系
区域规划
工作人员管理
特殊利益倡导
学生事务
培训及发展
Underwriting and Claims Man年龄ment
写作/编辑

* Some of these careers may involve acquiring additional education.
* This is only a partial list and not meant to limit you.

下一个步骤

If you've already earned college-level credits at other accredited institutions, you can transfer them to 格温内斯仁慈大学. Submit your transcript and course description to the Registrar, who will determine whether these credits count towards those required for graduation. 欲了解更多信息，请访问我们的转移学分页面.

In addition, we have articulation agreements with two area community colleges.

Delaware County Community College
AA历史到BA历史

庄园的大学
AA文科到BA历史

对GMercyU有问题吗招生要求? Our 招生 staff is ready to walk you through the process of applying to GMercyU’s Philosophy program.

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马上申请

在GMercyU, we strive to make a quality education accessible to all through financial aid, 奖学金, 和赠款. As a military-friendly university, we welcome service members and participate in all VA educational benefits programs.