The minor in Philosophy develops critical thinking and ethical reasoning skills through coursework exploring fundamental questions about knowledge, reality, values, and justice. Students engage with classical and contemporary philosophical texts while applying ethical theories to real-world issues including bioethics, social justice, and professional decision-making. Specialized electives offer exploration of topics such as feminist philosophy, philosophy of law, medical ethics, and deaf-centered bioethics.
This minor pairs well with majors in law, education, healthcare, business, or any field where strong analytical reasoning and ethical judgment enhance professional effectiveness. Students develop skills valued across diverse careers including legal services, counseling, research, and policy development.
Program at a Glance
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Courses & Requirements
Summary of Requirements
Required minor courses 6 credits
Choose one philosophical methods course:
Introductory study of the principal areas and problems of philosophy, including the nature and methods of philosophical analysis, mind and matter, meaning and knowledge, appearance and reality, the existence of God, and moral responsibility.
Introductory study of the basic concepts of logic, the rules of valid inference, formal and informal fallacies, and basic symbolic logic.
Choose one history of philosophy course:
Survey of Western philosophical thought from the pre-Socratics to Thomas Aquinas.
One course in philosophy or history; or permission of instructor
Survey of Western philosophical thought from Bacon to Kant.
One course in philosophy or history; or permission of instructor
A survey of Western philosophical thought from Hegel to Wittgenstein.
One course in philosophy or history; or permission of instructor
Elective philosophy courses 9 credits
Choose three philosophy courses:
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- Minor in Philosophy
- Reut.Beckman@gallaudet.edu
