Philosophy (Arts & Science)

Department contact:
438 General Classroom Building
573-882-2871

Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy with Honors
Minor in Philosophy

Overview:
The philosophy curriculum includes courses in logic, ethics, epistemology (theory of knowledge)and metaphysics (theory of reality), as well as the major periods of the history of philosophy. The study of philosophy provides students with an opportunity to develop argumentative and critical thinking skills while becoming familiar with some of the most important ideas and texts in the history of thought. The department also offers courses in conjunction with the Honors College and such interdisciplinary programs as South Asian Studies and Peace Studies.

Academic Information

Admission Requirements:
Any student may declare a major in Philosophy. Students must complete College Algebra and English 1000 with a C- or above and have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to complete a graduation plan with the College of Arts & Science.

Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.0

Specifically required non-major courses for the BA degree:
There are no requirements beyond the Arts and Science foundation requirements.

Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Philosophy 1100

Sample 8-semester outline(s):
http://registrar.missouri.edu/Catalog/Plans/ARTSCI_philosophy06.pdf

Related majors, minors and areas of study on the MU campus:
Classics, English, Religious Studies

Department Website:
http://philosophy.missouri.edu
contact
Victor Price
Registrar's Office
126 Jesse Hall
Columbia, MO 65211-1140
phone: 573-882-4729
email: pricev@missouri.edu
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