General Philosophy, Minor

Minor in General Philosophy (360000M)

The General Philosophy Minor allows students to acquire valuable critical thinking skills to help them think more deeply about aspects of their major field of study. Philosophy helps students enhance their reasoning skills, acquire broad knowledge, and confront local and global challenges — all invaluable tools in any discipline and/or career.

Program Contact
Dr. Christopher Buford
Undergraduate Advisor, Department of Philosophy
330-972-6959
​cb72@uakron.edu

The following information has official approval of the Department of Philosophy and the Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences, but is intended only as a guide. Completion of this minor is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others.

The following courses constitute a “Minor in General Philosophy” and must be completed with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 overall for the minor to be noted on the student’s record. Cannot overlap more than 6 credits if obtaining both a Philosophy major and a Philosophy minor or if obtaining two Philosophy minors. Please refer to the University Requirements for Minor Areas of Study for specific graduation information regarding minors.

Summary

Required Courses

Electives