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Philosophy Major

Ignite your intellectual curiosity with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy.

In the philosophy major at Georgia Southern University, you can be a regular philosophy major, or concentrate in Religious Studies, or Law with each path offering a unique perspective on critical thinking and ethical reasoning. This program is more than just theory; it’s about applying philosophical concepts to real-world issues, preparing you for advanced studies and many different career paths. Engage in stimulating discussions, develop strong analytical skills and explore the profound questions of existence, morality and society in a supportive environment.

Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy
Format: In person on the Statesboro Campus or the Armstrong Campus in Savannah
Credit Hours: 124

Courses & Curriculum

Concentrations for the Major in Philosophy

In the Philosophy major at Georgia Southern, you have the option to tailor your studies with a concentration that aligns with your interests. The Law concentration focuses on legal questions and prepares you for a career relating to law or public policy. The Religious Studies concentration allows you to explore various religious philosophies and their influence on culture and society. These concentrations are designed to enhance your critical thinking, open new perspectives, and prepare you for various career paths or further studies. You’ll engage with complex ideas and learn to articulate your thoughts clearly, skills that are valuable in any field you choose to pursue.

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Alumni Spotlight

Congratulations to Georgia Southern Philosophy Alumnus Holly Waltman, who was named to THREE prestigious award lists… the 2020 Super Lawyers Georgia Rising Star list, National Trial Lawyers’ Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyers in Georgia list, and the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys’ Top 10 Under 40 Attorney Award for Georgia.

Cameron Lewellen is currently working as a Healthcare Partner Business Manager for VMWare where he is responsible for creating partnerships with field sellers.

“Philosophy as a field of study gave me a firm foundation from which I have been able to build a successful career in technology. I use the logic, ethics, and existential principles that I learned through my college curriculum and have found that my foundation gives me a decided advantage when it comes to problem solving and critical thinking.”

Advisement

Undergraduate Academic Advisement at Georgia Southern is provided to all degree-seeking undergraduate students by professional advisors. Academic Advisors are located on all three Georgia Southern University campuses. Students are required to meet with their assigned Academic Advisor at least once a semester. For more information visit the Academic Advisement catalog page.

What will you learn with a major in philosophy?

1: Discipline-Specific Knowledge Base

Graduates with a BA degree in Philosophy will accurately and clearly present and explain the thought of a philosopher or philosophical theory, demonstrating a strong background in discipline-specific knowledge including the history and major periods of Philosophy, major thinkers, and major fields of study and theories of Philosophy.

2: Critical Reasoning

Graduates with a BA degree in Philosophy will think through complex issues with clarity as they critically evaluate philosophical positions, identifying central arguments and their support.

3: Independent Philosophical thought

Graduates with a B.A. in Philosophy will independently evaluate the material with sufficient creativity and originality, supporting their positions with well-reasoned argumentation, providing a thesis that is properly stated, focused, and clear, and defending this thesis in a way that is well-organized and well-supported.