Departments, Schools, Colleges

PHILOSOPHY (PHIL)

Contact Information:

Department of Philosophy The University of Arizona Social Sciences Building, 213 PO Box 210027 Tucson, AZ 85721-0027

Phone: (520) 621-5045 Fax: (520) 621-9559 Email: debbiej@email.arizona.edu Web: Department Homepage

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• PHIL Course Descriptions

Degrees, Majors, Minors, and Options:

Baccalaureate Degree

• Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Graduate Degrees -- consult the Graduate Catalog or department office for details.

• Master of Arts (M.A.)
• Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)

Major and Degrees

• Philosophy (B.A., M.A., Ph.D.)
• Philosophy Ph.D. and Law J.D. -- Dual degree program

Undergraduate Minor

• Philosophy Minor

The Department:

The Department of Philosophy is in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Philosophy attempts to answer analytic and speculative questions that perplex reflective people when they examine their basic concepts, goals, and ideals. Some of these questions arise naturally in the course of work in the various sciences and humanities. Hence philosophy has a natural border with all other academic disciplines, and lends itself to joint studies and collaborations. The department encourages a double major in a related field such as psychology, political science, economics, or linguistics, among others. Specialized minors in philosophy are available for students planning careers in law or the health professions. For details, students should consult the philosophy department's undergraduate advisor.

The Undergraduate Major:

The undergraduate major includes course work from each of the following groups: (1) history of ancient philosophy; (2) history of medieval philosophy; (3) history of modern philosophy; (4) ethics and value theory; (5) metaphysics and epistemology; (6) logic and language. Advanced work in certain specialized areas within philosophy may require higher mathematical knowledge. Students preparing to pursue graduate work in these areas should consult with the undergraduate advisor about appropriate mathematics courses. The supporting minor should also be chosen after consultation with the undergraduate advisor.

For more information contact the department office listed above.