B.A. in Philosophy – Mind, Language, and Cognition Option
A major in Philosophy (Mind, Language, and Cognition Option) at the University of Texas at Arlington is built on the central texts in the history of Western thought. Philosophy focuses on the perennial problems raised by the encounter of human beings with their history, culture, and the world. It emphasizes methods of analysis and clarity of argumentation.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
January, May, August
Tuition Fee
$28,278 per year
Location
Texas City, United States
About the program
Students who major in philosophy have the broadest possible preparation in the liberal arts.
Students who complete a major in Philosophy (Mind, Language, and Cognition Option) at The University of Texas at Arlington are prepared to enter either graduate programs or the world of work. In addition to providing vocational skills and a solid foundation for graduate work in the discipline, a major in philosophy constitutes appropriate and strong preparation for graduate work in other academic disciplines as well as in professional programs in a broad variety of fields.
The Department of Philosophy and Humanities is prepared to work with students who are interested in postgraduate professional education to assure that their preparation meets disciplinary and/or professional criteria and expectations in areas including law, business administration, and theology. The faculty of the Department of Philosophy and Humanities also work with advisors in the Health Professions Advising Office of the College of Science to ensure that philosophy majors pursuing a pre-medical curriculum are kept abreast of required and recommended courses outside the major.
Career Opportunities
- Teacher
- Health Service Manager
- Local Government Officer
- Psychotherapist
Courses Included
- Human Language
- Principles of Linguistic Analysis
- Phonetics and Phonology
- Syntax
- Critical Reasoning in Linguistics
- Sociolinguistics
- Language Universals & Linguistic Typology
- Formal Semantics
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