Philosophy is the systematic and critical inquiry into thinking and the nature of existence. As a practice, philosophy teaches analytical and critical thinking, develops oral and written communication skills, and contributes to interdisciplinary understanding. Philosophy attempts to answer perennial questions about values, human existence, and the nature of reality. Skills developed in this inquiry help philosophy students excel in careers in law, medicine, management, education, government, writing, computer science, psychology, sociology, and ministry among many others.
Anthropology is the study of humankind throughout space and time, integrating the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences to explore human culture, language, biology, and our past. The Department of Anthropology serves our students and community by promoting and advancing a nuanced understanding of human origins, history, and diversity. Integrating creative and robust research with outreach to students and the community though teaching and service, we provide our students with rich opportunities to learn and collaborate both in and out of the classroom.
General Information
The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Philosophy and Anthropology requires the following:
- A minimum of 30 credit hours of PHIL course work. At least 21 of those hours must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 or higher).
- A minimum of 30-31 credit hours of ANTH course work. At least 18 of those hours must be upper division.
- A grade of C or better in courses applied to the major.
- A minimum 2.0 GPA must be maintained in all PHIL and ANTH course work.
- Students must complete at least one Summit course between the two majors. Summit options are PHIL 4950 or ANTH 4980 .
Additional course work is required to complete the Philosophy and Anthropology, BA degree. Please see the advising guide on the Academic Advising website for more information.
