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Philosophy

Description of Major

At the core of any well-rounded life stands the ongoing task of examining, clarifying, and revising, where necessary, one's beliefs and values. The study of philosophy bears directly upon this enterprise. For this reason, all students engaged in liberal education are encouraged to take one or more basic courses in philosophy and even to consider a major or minor in philosophy.
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Relevant Coursework

Ethics, Logic, Philosophy and Literature, History of Philosophy, Religion, Research Methods

Current Outlook

Why take Philosophy at Carthage?

Philosophy, in its broadest sense, is the sustained and thoughtful inquiry into the nature of the universe and the role of human beings within it. To this end, philosophy aims to develop students' capacity for independent, critical thinking and to acquaint them with humankind's efforts to carry out this investigation.

The Carthage philosophy major emphasizes both the mastery of the material and the development of skills, such as patient, careful reading; recognition, analysis, and evaluation of arguments; and the clear presentation and justification of one's own beliefs. Students thus become more capable of thinking independently.

What can I do with a major in Philosophy?

POSSIBLE CAREER PATHS

This list includes careers requiring differing degrees of education and training.

  • Writer
  • Lawyer
  • Bioethics
  • Consultant
  • Social Services Worker
  • Business Ethics
  • Non-Profit Administrator
  • Religious Fields
  • Philosophy Professor

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