Philosophy BA
An ancient discipline with lessons for the future.
No major teaches you to think bigger than the study of knowledge itself.
Students of philosophy pursue questions in every dimension of human life. Its techniques apply to problems in any field of study or industry, developing highly in-demand soft skills like critical thinking, problem solving and persuasion. Philosophy graduates are well positioned to be thought leaders in any career they choose or to pursue advanced studies like law school.
Just a Few Future Possibilities
- Lawyer
- Nonprofit administrator
- Policy advisor
- Paralegal
- Research assistant
- Journalist
Why Philosophy? | Why Our Program?
- Emphasis on developing skills for critical thinking, including conceptual analysis, logical argumentation, precise articulation of ideas, and collaboration.
- Students formulate and defend their own positions on philosophical issues, developing strategic communications skills.
- Available as a minor for students who want to complement their major with a strong foundation in critical thinking.
- Topics covered in the Philosophy Bachelor of Arts curriculum include: Logic and probability; ancient and modern philosophy; ethics; law; epistemology; metaphysics.
The Departmental Honors Program at RIC offers exceptionally motivated students the opportunity to engage in more in-depth, specialized research.
Philosophy Faculty
Hear From a Student
David Kendall Casey
"I decided on a philosophy major because philosophy embraces so many of the disciplines. Almost all of the natural sciences were born out of questions philosophers were asking."
– Philosophy Major
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Arts and Sciences
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