Hillsdale’s program in philosophy and religion aims primarily at immersing Hillsdale students in that abundant and vibrant heritage through a critical but sympathetic study of the philosophies and theologies that have constituted our past and shaped our present world.
Requirements
Note: This represents a general overview of the major. For more information, please consult the current college catalog, or contact the department.
Philosophy and Theology Major
A minimum of 36 semester hours (not including Religion 105 or Philosophy 105) is required, including:
- Philosophy 211: Ancient Philosophy
- Philosophy 212: Medieval Philosophy
- Philosophy 213: Modern Philosophy
- Philosophy 420: Philosophy of Religion
- 6 elective credits in Philosophy
- Religion 212: New Testament History & Literature
- Religion 213: History of Christian Thought I
- Religion 214: History of Christian Thought II
- 9 elective credits in Religion
Majors must also pass a written comprehensive exam.
For this major, the optional thesis must be on a topic that integrates philosophy and religion. Students writing a thesis may enroll in Philosophy 575 or Religion 575 for 1–3 credits. Students may apply these credits to fulfill elective requirements in either Philosophy (if enrolled in Philosophy 575) or Theology (if enrolled in Religion 575).