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2016-2017 COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES
PHILOSOPHY MAJOR
Purpose and Objectives
Wisdom and critical thinking skills are necessary for a quality life in the 21st century. A major in Philosophy assists students
in the development of a solid biblical worldview and cultivates a lifelong ability to compare ideas and beliefs. The primary
purpose of the program is to provide a substantial study in the history of philosophy and an introduction to several key areas
of philosophy. The program is organized to allow students to pursue a pre-law track, a pre-seminary track, or preparation
for graduate school in general. In addition, the philosophy major also provides an excellent foundation for many vocations
and careers ranging from ministry to business. Core courses lay a foundation for critical thinking and writing. Elective
courses are flexible, allowing students to choose areas of interest.
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Students will attain broad exposure to the history of Philosophy and an understanding of philosophical issues
related to the Christian faith.
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Students will be prepared for both academic and professional graduate study.
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Students will develop writing and thinking skills for future study, professional careers, and lifelong ministry in the
church.
See Appendix A for graduation requirements.
Course of Study
120
Degree Core
72
Bible and Theology
30
BIB 1114
Old Testament Survey: Torah and History
3
BIB 1115
Old Testament Survey: Poetry and Prophecy
3
BIB 1120
New Testament Survey
3
BIB 3420
Principles of Bible Interpretation
3
BIB 3/4xxx
Old Testament Exegetical Book Study
3
BIB 3/4xxx
New Testament Exegetical Book Study
3
BIB 3616
Romans
3
BIB 4310
Progress of Redemption
3
THE 3301
Theology I: God, Christ, and Spirit
3
THE 3302
Theology II: Sin and Salvation
3
General Education
36
COM 2110 Public Speaking
3
ENG 1110 Composition and Research
3
ENG 1111 Literature and Research
3
HIS 1210
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization I
3
HIS 1211
Historical Perspectives on Culture and Civilization II
3
PHI 2110
Introduction to Philosophy
3
PHI 2610
Introduction to Logic*
3
PHI 4140
Ethics
3
PSY 2110
General Psychology
3
General Education Distribution (see Appendix A):
XXX xxxx
Humanities/Fine Arts elective**
3
XXX xxxx
Natural /Information Science elective
3
XXX xxxx
Social/Behavioral Science elective
3
* Philosophy majors should take PHI 2610 (Introduction to Logic) to meet the Mathematics requirement.
** Philosophy majors may not take PHI course to meet General Education Distribution requirements.
Leadership Development & Christian Service Learning
6
CSL 0101
Christian Service Learning I [2nd Semester, First Year]
0
CSL 0201
Christian Service Learning II [1st Semester, Second Year]
0
CSL 0202
Christian Service Learning III [2nd Semester, Second Year]
0
ICS 1210
Discovering the Mission of God
3
MSD 1110 Encountering Spritual Formation
3
Philosophy Major Courses
33
Foundation
18
PHI 3310
Classical Philosophy
3
PHI 3320
Medieval Philosophy
3