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2009-2010 University Catalog

Philosophy and Law Minor

Banner Code:  PHLW

The minor in philosophy and law offers students a course of study that emphasizes the philosophical analysis of legal issues. It acquaints students with the rich tradition of philosophical argument dealing with the justification of law, its relation to moral theory, the justifications for punishment, and the concepts of justice, rights, liberty, and legal responsibility. In addition, an education in philosophy in general, and these courses in particular, stress intellectual skills that are important in the study of law.

This program of study is offered by the Department of Philosophy .

For policies governing all minors, see the Academic Policies  chapter of this catalog.

Course Work

Students pursuing this minor must complete 18 credits.

Four required courses (12 credits):

Two elective courses (6 credits) chosen from the list below

One elective course may be chosen from other course work in philosophy with prior written approval of the undergraduate director.

Total: 18 credits