Philosophy is much more than the acquisition of a certain kind of knowledge. It is the ability to think reflectively about problems at the root of what might appear as self-evident. Students are permitted to take only one Themes course or one First-Year Intensive Seminar. To its majors and minors, the Department offers a program that combines necessary structure with the freedom to follow an individually oriented course of study. Advisors in the Department, chosen when students decide upon the major or minor, will give individual advice and help with the selection of courses before and during preregistration.
Double majors take no fewer and no more than ten courses in philosophy.
Minors in philosophy are required to take a minimum of six courses in philosophy. Only one of these may be at an introductory level. The course selection will be determined in consultation with the student's advisor in philosophy. Each major must take a course in logic. In addition, majors must take three courses that will provide an overview of the history of philosophy.