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.