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$1,500 total cost with a competency-based model. Master critical thinking and complex problem-solving on your schedule.
Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC), recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
The Newlane Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy introduces students to the major traditions, questions, and methods that have shaped philosophical thought. Students explore core areas such as ethics, logic, epistemology, metaphysics, and the history of philosophy, while developing skills in critical reasoning and analytical writing. Courses examine both historical and contemporary thinkers, helping students understand how philosophical ideas influence modern debates about technology, science, politics, and human values. Throughout the program, students learn to analyze complex arguments, evaluate ethical dilemmas, and communicate ideas clearly.
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✓$1,500 total cost
Our model is designed specifically for those who need flexibility to balance work, family, and education.
Explore the foundational and advanced topics covered in the Philosophy program.
You must complete an Associate of Arts degree before beginning the BA core courses.
| Course Code | Course Name | Category | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Required Philosophy Major Courses | |||
| PHIL 101 | Introduction to Philosophy | Introduction | 3 |
| PHIL 102 | Introduction to Ethics | Ethics | 3 |
| PHIL 201 | History of Ancient Western Philosophy | History of Philosophy | 3 |
| PHIL 202 | History of Modern Western Philosophy | History of Philosophy | 3 |
| PHIL 203 | Symbolic Logic | Logic | 3 |
| PHIL 301 | Philosophical Writing | Writing | 3 |
| PHIL 304 | Advanced Topics: Ethics | Ethics | 3 |
| PHIL 305 | Advanced Topics: Metaphysics | Metaphysics | 3 |
| PHIL 306 | Advanced Topics: Epistemology | Epistemology | 3 |
| Advanced Electives (choose from below) | |||
| PHIL 302 | Plato | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 303 | Aristotle | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 307 | Kant | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 308 | Nietzsche | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 309 | Descartes | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 310 | Aquinas | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 311 | Wittgenstein | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 313 | John Dewey | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 314 | Hannah Arendt | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 315 | Philosophy of Education | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 316 | Philosophy of Transhumanism | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 317 | Philosophy of Science | Elective | 3 |
| PHIL 319 | Feminist Philosophy | Elective | 3 |
A philosophy degree develops critical reasoning and ethical decision-making skills valued across many industries.
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Fully online • Self-paced • $1,500 total cost
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