Courses | B.A. in Philosophy

Below are some of the courses you'll have an opportunity to take as a student in this program. Take a look at the list below to get an idea of the types of available courses. Also, be sure to review core curriculum requirements and the official program requirements in the Biola University catalog.

Note: This list is intended to give you a quick glimpse into the program's academic offerings, and should not be used as a guide for course selection or academic advising.

Major Courses

PHIL 210	Introduction to Logic
A general introduction to logic covering both deductive and inductive inference, and the analysis of arguments in ordinary language. Notes: Approved for Core Curriculum Philosophy credit. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 220	Introduction to Philosophical Argument and Writing
A study of 1) some common types of philosophical arguments and 2) a set of skills necessary for good philosophical writing. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 230	Introduction to Practical Wisdom
An introduction to the philosophical concept of practical wisdom, incorporating a survey of the wisdom traditions and special attention to the tradition of Christian wisdom rooted in the teachings of Jesus. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 231	Practical Wisdom Lab I
A seminar designed to assist its members in practical application of insights from PHIL 230. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 301	Greek and Roman Philosophy
The history of philosophy in the West from the Pre-Socratics through the Neo-Platonists. In contrast to 211, the lower-division course which covers the same period, this course is designed for students who have already taken at least one course in philosophy and are expected to achieve at a higher level of learning. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 302	Medieval Philosophy
The history and philosophy in the West from Augustine to William of Occam, with special emphasis upon Augustine and Thomas Aquinas. In contrast to 212, the lower-division course which covers the same period, this course is designed for students who have already taken at least one course in philosophy and are expected to achieve at a higher level of learning. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 303	Modern Philosophy
The history of philosophy in the West from the Renaissance through the 18th century. In contrast to 213, the lower-division course which covers the same period, this course is designed for students who have already taken at least one course in philosophy and are expected to achieve at a higher level of learning. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 306	Philosophy of Religion
An examination of topics in the philosophy of religion such as traditional arguments for the existence of God, religious epistemology, the problem of evil, and religious pluralism. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 307	Metaphysics and Epistemology
A critical examination of 1) selected metaphysical topics and problems and 2) the nature and scope of human knowledge. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 308	Ethics
A study of the principal ethical theories and thinkers, basic ethical problems, and related biblical teaching. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 330	Studies in Wisdom Traditions
An intensive study of one or more wisdom traditions. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 331	Practical Wisdom Lab II
A seminar designed to assist its members in practical application of insights from PHIL 330. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 400	Practical Wisdom: Texts
Reading, study, and application of the insights of one or more texts from a wisdom tradition. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 410	Practical Wisdom: Thinkers
Reading, study, and application of insights of a thinker from one of the wisdom traditions. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 420	Theoretical Wisdom: History of Philosophy
Reading and study in selected topics, thinkers, or periods in the history of philosophy. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 430	Theoretical Wisdom: Divisions of Philosophy
Reading and study in a single division or sub-division of philosophy, such as aesthetics, the philosophy of religion, and the philosophy of science. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 440	Theoretical Wisdom: Philosophical Topics
Reading and study in selected topics in philosophy with special attention to contemporary developments in the philosophical literature. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 445	Philosophical Argument and Writing
Reading, research and discussion in selected philosophical topics and problems with an emphasis on research and writing skills necessary for successful graduate work in philosophy. Grade Mode: A.
PHIL 450	Senior Thesis
Directed research in topics chosen in consultation with the philosophy faculty. The student will write a substantial paper in philosophy, with some application to the Christian faith. Grade Mode: A.

Courses | B.A. in Philosophy

Major Courses

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