Philosophy Majors and Minors

Philosophers at MSU work with scientists and agricultural experts, advise doctors and hospitals, engage in contemporary legal and political issues, work with international agencies on global justice, testify in court about evolutionary theory, and more. We incorporate traditions from around the world. We have published on philosophy in agriculture, in sports, in biology, in law, and many other cutting edge topics.

The traditional comprehensive approach to all philosophical issues, balancing theoretical and practical topics, historical and contemporary figures, and drawing from multiple philosophical approaches from around the globe.

Philosophy and Law BA

A focus on legal, ethical, political, and social issues that you would face in a career in law or related fields, with a strong emphasis on critical reasoning skills needed for the LSAT and law school.

Philosophy and Sciences BA

A focus on the methods, ethical issues, social implications, controversies, key theoretical claims, and practical demands of the natural, biological, agricultural, social, medical, and environmental sciences.

Philosophy Minor

Philosophy minor critically examines the most basic beliefs about the world and the place of people in it.  We offer three distinct majors:  Philosophy, Philosophy and Law, and Philosophy and the Sciences.

Philosophy and Law Minor

Philosophy Minor is for those interested in studying philosophy within a broader intellectual perspective.

Philosophy and the Sciences Minor

The Philosophy Law minor covers such issues as law and morality and how changes in technology contribute to law.

To register for a major, contact Amy Kroesche, advisor: kroesche@msu.edu