Philosophy, The University of Arizona

Philosophy is the study of ideas and issues, in which questions are approached through reflection rather than experimentation. All academic disciplines are built upon ideas of interest to philosophers -- including the nature of the mind and the relationship between mental states and brain states, the distinction between true belief and knowledge, the rules of valid argument, and the basis for the distinctions between right and wrong, good and bad. Students find study in the discipline provides insight into life's fundamental concerns and helps develop a capacity for clear thinking and perceptive judgment. An undergraduate major in philosophy prepares students for careers in law, government, and commerce.

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Entrance Requirements
moderate knowledge of math, writing ability, interest in developing the ability to reason and think critically, interest in basic philosophical issues

Careers:

graduate study in philosophy, law, business, medicine, and other fields

Sample Courses:

algebra or higher math
courses in the history of Western philosophy
ethics
metaphysics
epistemology
logic and language
(students preparing for graduate study may require advanced math)

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