Gain an understanding of philosophical subjects, including moral values, religious and scientific explanations of the world and the nature of reasoning and argument. The study of philosophy focuses on evaluating reasons and arguments about nearly every aspect of life: morality, knowledge, politics, science, law and religion. Philosophers may ask, What is freedom, or, What are the moral foundations of law The answers they give to these questions help guide legislators, judges, doctors and scientists.<br><br>Philosophy trains students to use analytic methods to assess arguments, factual claims, and value choices, and teaches students to write clearly about the results in ways that advance careers and influence how others think. We offer a variety of options within the major program to provide flexibility in organizing a course of studies with philosophy at its center. Students can expect to take courses in ethics, political philosophy, logic and practical reasoning and the theory of knowledge. Depending on the option chosen, students may explore advanced courses in philosophy of law, philosophy of science, environmental philosophy, philosophy of race, philosophy of religion and medical ethics.