Philosophy (Minor)
This program is designed to give students a solid grounding in the history of philosophy, and an ability to analyze arguments proposed in serious discussions of any subject.
Philosophy (Minor)
Description
What is Philosophy at ODU like?
This program is designed to give students a solid grounding in the history of philosophy, and an ability to analyze arguments proposed in serious discussions of any subject.
Program Highlights
What makes Philosophy at ODU unique?
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Courses equip you versatile and marketable skills, including critical thinking, excellent verbal and written communication, and problem-solving
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Students completing Philosophy BAs have the highest average composite GRE scores and either the best or nearly the best law school admission rates
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Passionate faculty invest in the success of every student and seek to support a diverse, and inclusive community of philosophical thinkers
Courses
What are some courses offered in Philosophy at ODU?
PHIL 345E:
Bioethics
An examination of the philosophical foundations of ethical decision making in biology, medicine, and the life sciences. Prerequisites: ENGL 110C.
PHIL 404:
Twentieth Century Continental Philosophy
A study of influential contemporary movements in European philosophy. Emphasis will be given to the writings of Husserl, Heidegger, Sartre, Gadamer, Derrida, and Foucault. Prerequisites: Junior standing and three semester hours in philosophy, or permission of the instructor.
PHIL 340:
Logic
A study of the basic concepts and methods of logic as they occur in ordinary language, formal logical arguments, and an elementary logical system. Traditional Logic is emphasized, but some elements of Modern Logic are also introduced. Prerequisites: junior standing and three semester hours in philosophy, or permission of the instructor.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Philosophy at ODU?
Students entering the Minor program in Philosophy should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Undergraduate Admission)
For completion of a minor, a student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 in all upper-level courses specified as a requirement for the minor and complete a minimum of six hours in the minor through courses offered by Old Dominion University.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 374
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,039
Active Duty Military Rate
Per Credit:
$ 250
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 407
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