Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

The Philosophy Department at University of Illinois Springfield strives to be a national leader in offering advanced undergraduate education online while serving the entire University's student population, undergraduate and graduate. The curriculum focuses on the areas of core analytic philosophy (metaphysics, epistemology, and related areas) and values (ethics, aesthetics, and political philosophy) while providing a sound background in the history of philosophy.

The objectives of the Philosophy major include providing students with basic knowledge in the main areas of philosophy like theory of knowledge, values, and history of philosophy; increasing their awareness of ethical issues; improving their analytical skills; and assisting them in developing problem-solving experience in at least one of the main areas of philosophy.