Philosophy BA

Degree Awarded: Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Minimum Required Credits: 120.0                           
Co-op Option(s): Three Co-op, Two Co-op, One Co-op, No Co-op                                                       
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) code: 38.0101
Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code: 25-1126

About the Program

We are better able to solve our own and our world’s problems if we can conceive clearly what they are and prioritize and assess alternatives reasonably. Drexel Philosophy classes are organized around these challenges. Majors begin with foundational and skills-oriented courses in philosophy, then a variety of courses focusing on different areas of experience, culminating in a capstone sequence of seminar classes in which small groups of majors and minors discuss and write about powerful and complex ideas together. In these classes students brainstorm and workshop their ideas, engaging the thoughts, criticisms, and encouragements of others working on similar issues.

Philosophy may be just a dimension of your life that brings you joy alongside career and other concerns. Or it can be a life-long vocation, or even a professional career. Whatever it is, the Drexel Philosophy program aims to nurture and develop your philosophical growth in the direction that suits your goals. It is a very practical major or dual-major option because it can provide you with an excellent preparation for a wide range of careers. For example, it is a common choice for students interested in the law due to the relevance of the logical reasoning, writing, researching, analysis, and discussion skills it assists you in developing. But philosophy majors excel in careers from business to education and entrepreneurship to government, academic or business research, public administration, journalism, and more.

Wherever clear and organized thinking, careful effective reading and writing, the ability to analyse and research complex problems, and the skill and poise to engage in reasonable and clear dialogue about complicated subjects are helpful skills to have, philosophical study advances you toward success in such fields better than most other majors. There is no field of study that can do as much as philosophy to help students develop their abilities to read carefully, discuss effectively, think clearly, and organize and express complex ideas to meaningful problems that matter to them.

Additional Information

For more information about this program, please contact the College of Arts and Sciences

Admission Requirements

Same as Drexel admissions requirements

Degree Requirements

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A complete list of eligible Introductory Core Competency courses can be found here.

Program Learning Outcomes