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Philosophy Program

The Department of Philosophy at Vanderbilt University introduces students to the history of philosophy and provides them with methods for analysis and reflection. Students acquire critical skills that enable them to analyze complex materials and arguments with precision and clarity. The department focuses on imparting skills that prepare students for successful lives and careers.

Courses

The department offers a range of courses, including:

• The Meaning of Life
• Introduction to Philosophy
• Introduction to Ethics
• General Logic
• Introduction to Philosophy of Artificial Intelligence
• Introduction to Biomedical Ethics
  • At the intermediate and advanced level, the department offers courses about major figures in, and movements of, philosophy
  • Topical courses such as:
    • Ethics and Law
    • Contemporary Ethical Theory
    • Ethics and Medicine
    • Philosophy of Religion
    • Philosophy of Mind
    • Philosophy of Language
    • Political Philosophy
    • Aesthetics
    • Feminist Thought
    • Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
    • Philosophy of Film

Honors Program

The Honors program is a two-semester undertaking during the student's senior year, leading to Honors in Philosophy. Students plan and write a thesis in conjunction with a faculty mentor and participate in an oral defense. This program allows for sustained and close work with faculty who share academic interests with students.

Special Opportunities

The department offers students the opportunity to pursue independent study and shape their program to align with their interests. The department's curricular offerings complement interdisciplinary departments and programs, including:

• African American and Diaspora Studies
• Gender and Sexuality Studies
• Classical and Mediterranean Studies
• Cinema and Media Arts The Colloquium Series regularly brings internationally renowned philosophers to Vanderbilt's campus.

After Vanderbilt

Philosophy is excellent training for law, medicine, education, and public policy. Additionally, philosophy students enter business and the public sector in increasing numbers. Alumni are currently working in government, investment banking, insurance, education, medicine, and law.

Faculty

The faculty in the Department of Philosophy are award-winning and dedicated to imparting skills that prepare students for successful lives and careers.

University Overview

Vanderbilt University is a private research university in Nashville, Tennessee, and a global hub for learning, innovation, and leadership. The university offers more than 65 undergraduate majors, a full range of graduate and professional degrees, and has faculty who are leaders in their fields. The 340-acre campus is home to groundbreaking interdisciplinary research, SEC athletics, and a community dedicated to free expression and civil discourse.