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Jan 31, 2026
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University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 (DRAFT)
Philosophy, Minor
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The general-track minor in philosophy offers a broad introduction to the philosophical exploration of fundamental questions about knowledge, perception, reality, truth, and value, with applications fanning out over logic, metaphysics and epistemology, philosophy of science, and moral and political theory. It is an ideal complement for a career in law, science, history, literature, and other professions that stress theory and analysis.
Students majoring in another field may minor in general philosophy by completing the requirements outlined below. Philosophy majors may not use a philosophy minor to fulfill their minor requirements.
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Student Learning Outcomes
- State a thesis about a philosophical problem or text, explain the thesis, and provide evidence and argument (including replies to counter-arguments) in its defense.
- Distinguish better and worse reasoning, and recognize relevant logical relationships and patterns of inference.
- Show what is at stake in an abstract debate, historical or contemporary, and indicate how a philosophical view might have concrete implications or make a difference in theory or practice.
I. Program Requirements (18 units)
- Minor GPA | 2.0
- Minor Upper-Division Units | 9
- Minor Residency Requirement | 6 Upper-Division Units in the minor at UNR
- Unit Limits: Per College of Liberal Arts policy, no more than 9 units counted toward any major may be reused to meet the requirements of this minor.
A. Foundational (3 units)
B. Historical and Conceptual Background (6 units)
C. Metaphysics and Epistemology (6 units)
D. Value Theory (3 units)
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