| It is our proud boast that in 2002 we were the first department in the world (as far as we know) to offer a course in 21st Century Philosophy. In addition to traditional courses other recent offerings have included: "The Ethics of Everyday Living," "Animal Consciousness," “Detour from the Mainstream,” “Philosophies of China,” and “Myth, Yoga and the Philosophy of India.”
As a philosophy student at Alfred University, you will have the chance to study classic texts in depth and also to find out about cutting edge work in metaphysics, ethics, philosophy of mind and philosophy of the arts.
Our upper level classes are small and offer you one of the best places you can find to complete a bachelor’s degree in the company of interesting people asking important questions about human activities and values. There are two major tracks: one in general philosophy, the other in philosophy of religions.
Our graduates go on to pursue careers in law, education, government, foundation work, and many other things. We make sure you have a solid education in philosophy, but we value the reflective life itself. If you believe "the examined life" is for you, we would love to help you on your way. |
