School of Theology and Christian Ministry
Do the questions of the cosmos concern you? Why are we here? What is beauty? Is there an absolute truth? Those who wish to delve into the depths of nature and reality will be engaged and challenged by PLNU’s philosophy major.
Overview
The discipline of philosophy, the critical inquiry into the structure of reality, knowledge, and values, seeks to clarify and explicate the presuppositions and implications of various interpretations of human experience. The purposes of the philosophy major are:
- To develop critical and creative thinking, soundness of argument, clarity of thought, and precision in expression.
- To cultivate a critical appreciation of the enduring questions constituting the philosophical heritage.
- To explore the relation between philosophical and religious thought.
- To prepare students for further graduate study.
Special Features:
- Utilization of French, Greek, or German as required general education foreign language elective.
- Also offered as a philosophy and theology concentration.
- Students develop ability to think logically and critically, read complex material with good understanding, analyze problems and propose solutions, and evaluate evidence – all of which are characteristics valued by employers in countless fields.
Career Opportunities:
- Graduate work (in philosophy or another field)
- Writing or teaching in the field
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