Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Arts in Philosophy program is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge of traditional philosophical issues in the western tradition. The program aims to develop critical thinking skills based on knowledge of the standards governing logical reasoning.

Expected Learning Outcomes

The program's expected learning outcomes include:

• Acquiring advanced knowledge of traditional philosophical issues in the western tradition
• Developing critical thinking skills based on knowledge of the standards governing logical reasoning
• Acquiring familiarity with philosophical issues that arise in other disciplines (e.g., biology, art, education, etc.)
• Acquiring a basic understanding of ethical principles and their role in resolving ethical disputes
• Acquiring the knowledge and skills required to write a paper identifying a philosophical issue and presenting arguments supporting a thesis for resolving it

Program Requirements

To earn a Master of Arts in Philosophy, students must complete at least 30 hours of graduate-level course work. In addition, students must write a thesis, for which they must take three to six credit hours of Thesis Research.

Admission Criteria

Entering students must demonstrate a competence in logic, either by having passed the relevant course prior to admission or by taking a graduate-level formal logic course.

Program Structure

The program is structured to provide students with a comprehensive education in philosophy, including the development of critical thinking and research skills. The thesis component of the program allows students to engage in in-depth research and analysis of a philosophical issue, demonstrating their ability to present arguments and support a thesis.