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The URI Philosophy Department is dedicated to helping majors, minors, and all students develop the ability to think deeply, critically, and philosophically beyond graduation. Through engagement with fundamental questions about human life, morality, and our place in the universe, students learn to analyze arguments using philosophical tools drawn from both ancient traditions and contemporary approaches, strengthening their critical reasoning and interpretive skills. In every course\u2014whether theoretical, applied, or experiential\u2014students are encouraged to apply philosophical thinking to real-world contexts, learning not only to understand complex texts but to move beyond them and form their own perspectives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The department values philosophy as essential to all fields of study, actively contributing to URI\u2019s General Education program and fostering collaboration across disciplines, while offering a flexible curriculum that allows students to pursue additional academic interests or complementary majors and minors. With small class sizes, a low faculty-to-student ratio, and personalized mentorship from dedicated faculty, philosophy majors graduate well prepared for meaningful careers, graduate study, and thoughtful engagement in all aspects of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Double or Triple Major with Philosophy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll find that our emphasis on interdisciplinary education will help you understand and make connections across a diverse spectrum of knowledge, subjects, and proficiencies, and that expanding your skill set and worldview will prepare you for a rewarding life and career. Common double majors include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Rethinking Ethics at URI<\/h2>

The College of Arts and Sciences Philosophy Department launches revamped \u2018Big Ethics\u2019 course that applies teachings to current-day scenarios
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