Where Can Philosophy Take Me? About Philosophy Learn How to Think, Not What to Think – Contemplate a Philosophy Major What do we believe and why do we believe it? Who are we and why are we here? What ought we do and why should we do it? Philosophy encourages critical and systematic inquiry into fundamental questions of right and wrong, truth and falsehood, the meaning of life, and the nature of reality, knowledge and society. More than any other discipline, philosophy explores the core issues of the Western intellectual tradition. Philosophy encourages the student to formulate questions and follow arguments. Philosophy provides an excellent preparation for law school and other professional programs, as well as a solid foundation for a career in business, teaching, writing, or public service. The Department of Philosophy offers an undergraduate Bachelor of Arts degree and a Doctor of Philosophy graduate degree. What skills does studying philosophy develop? generate ideas on a variety of problems formulate and solve problems uncover assumptions and suggest alternatives ability to distinguish subtle differences without overlooking similarities analyze, develop and formulate logical arguments capability to make knowledgeable decisions, examining thoroughlthe consequences of various actions aptitude to examine various angles of topics ability to write and speak clearly and effectively interpret and assess various thoughts and theories Undergraduate Program Graduate Program Career Opportunities Philosophy is the ultimate transferable work skill. With its emphasis on reason and argumentation, philosophy is an excellent preparation for a career in law, religion, business, international diplomacy, social work, medical management or writing as well as post-graduate education. Philosophy majors successfully work in, but are not limited to the following occupational fields: lawyer banker public relations director publisher journalist retail management librarian counselor marketing consulting research accountant social worker professor self-employed labor relations foreign service officer public policy non-profit work minister teacher
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