Program Requirements

Cognates:  Appropriate courses in other departments may be used towards a philosophy major (not a minor) up to a maximum of four hours.

Flexibility is built into the philosophy major. Students are encouraged to speak with a faculty advisor about which combination of courses would best suit their individual interests.

The Philosophy Major requires the following:

Note:

A minimum of 28 credit hours in philosophy overall, including at least 15 credit hours of courses at the 3000 level or above. At least nine of the 28 credit hours must be earned by completion of courses offered by WMU Philosophy Department.

Baccalaureate Writing Requirement

Students who have chosen the Philosophy major will satisfy the Baccalaureate Writing requirement by successfully completing one of the following courses:

• PHIL 3310 - Moral Philosophy Credits: 4 hours
• PHIL 3320 - Theory of Knowledge Credits: 4 hours
• PHIL 3330 - Metaphysics Credits: 4 hours