What will I learn in a philosophy degree program?
The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy degree from the University of Nevada, Reno broadly covers the discipline of philosophy, in both substance and methodology, developing students’ analytical and communicative abilities while attempting to understand the nature of reality and human experience. Students in this general track master foundational concepts in logic, history of philosophy, metaphysics and epistemology, and the philosophy of science.
Students navigate some of the deepest questions human beings have asked - questions about the basic character of reality, the limits of knowledge, the place of mind in nature, the best life for a person and the most decent society for us all, among others. Students will not find easy answers, but they will think clearly about the options while honing analytical and imaginative skills that will prepare them for a host of exciting careers.
Why study philosophy at the University of Nevada, Reno?
A philosophy degree from the College of Liberal Arts will build students' inquiry and help develop questions and theories around reality and life. Students develop reasoning and improve expression abilities while attempting to understanding the human experience. A major in philosophy can open up doors to a number of career opportunities or graduate schools that value critical thinking and interpretation skills.
