Philosophy Minor

A philosophy minor at Union Commonwealth University serves as an excellent complement to other majors. Our courses not only equip you with critical thinking and problem-solving skills applicable beyond the classroom but also aid in seamlessly transferring these abilities to your major and future professional career.

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  • Degree Outlook

    Median Pay: $60,000 per year

    Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's 

    Number of Jobs: 495,600

    Job Outlook: 66% of jobs in this field require at least a bachelor's degree


    Above information sourced from 2021 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

  • Admission Information

    A minimum 2.0 GPA is the requirement for admission at Union Commonwealth University. 

  • Curriculum Summary

    Philosophy Minor Requirements (21 Credit Hours)


    21 semester hours including:


    PHIL 215 Philosophy in the Modern World (3 Credit Hours)

    An introduction to philosophy through examination of modern trends in the discipline. Attention is given to developments in philosophy in the 20th century, including but not limited to pragmatism, philosophy of language, and existentialism. Particular attention is given to the role of philosophy in discussions of political, social, and religious issues from the late 19th century to the present. Even years.


    PHIL 261 Topics in Philosophy of Religion (3 Credit Hours)

    An introduction to philosophy through the examination of philosophical issues related to religious faith, such as arguments for the existence of God, the problem of evil, religious language, mysticism and religious experience, revelation and reason, natural law, miracles, life after death, relativism and pluralism, particularism, and universalism. Course will include traditional and contemporary approaches. Even years only.


    And an Additional 15 Credit Hours in Philosophy

Gather your supporting documents and visit our Undergraduate Application for Admission to begin your educational journey at Union Commonwealth University.


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