Ethics
Minor
Required Courses
Students seeking the Ethics minor will be required to take six courses (18 credits) including:
- Introduction to Ethics (PHIL 190).Â
- Two courses from a selection of second-level ethics courses offered by Philosophy, Religious Studies, Catholic Studies, or Anthropology.Â
- Three elective courses from an approved list, which come from a variety of departments.
- All ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapps must take a minimum of one 300 or 400-level course.Â
- There is an additional requirement of an internship through ELIES that will be either zero or one credit, depending on the needs of the ¼â½ÐÊÓƵapp. Those internships will need the approval of the ELIES director.
Learning Outcomes
- Develop an understanding of the ethical theories that shape contemporary societies
- Examine your own moral compass
- Explore the role of ethics in social, political, and economic issues
- Explore the impact of religion and culture on people’s moral compass
- Develop skills in professional ethics and application across fields of study and work
Resources
Contact Us
Verna Ehret, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Religious Studies and Philosophy
Office: Preston 204
