Graduate Programs

Student Learning Outcomes

Master of Arts in Philosophy (M.A.) & Philosophy Graduate Certificate

Students completing the Philosophy M.A. curriculum will:

  • Know and understand important figures, theories, and arguments in core areas of classical and contemporary philosophy.
  • Know and understand important figures, theories, and arguments related to a specific subject area: American philosophy, bioethics, or international research ethics.
  • Comprehend interpret, analyze, and evaluate complex philosophical concepts, claims, and arguments.
  • Conduct mentored philosophical research leading to competent, well-researched, in-depth argumentative essays on specific topics.
  • Develop and deliver clear, accurate, informative research presentations for academic or professional audiences.

Graduate Certificate in American Philosophy or Bioethics

Students completing the Philosophy graduate certificate curriculum will:

  • Know and understand important figures, theories, and arguments related to the certificate subject area: bioethics or American philosophy.
  • Comprehend interpret, analyze, and evaluate complex philosophical concepts, claims, and arguments.
  • Write and speak clearly and competently on philosophical topics related to the certificate subject area.