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Philosophy, M.A. Student Learning Outcomes

College Liberal Arts and Sciences
Major Philosophy
Degree M.A.
Date Revised September 1, 2022

Student Learning Outcomes and Proposed Methods for Collecting Data (from Assessment Plan)

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Proficiency in formal logic.
  2. Proficiency in philosophical writing.
  3. Knowledge of metaphysics and epistemology.
  4. Knowledge of ethics and social/political philosophy.
  5. Knowledge of the related areas of philosophy of science, philosophy of language, and philosophy of mind.
  6. Knowledge of a period, movement, or major figure in the history of philosophy.
  7. In-depth knowledge of one major area of contemporary philosophy.

Methods of Assessment

  • Examinations in PHIL 505 (1)
  • Essays written in PHIL 510, 570, 611, and 612 (3)
  • Essays written in PHIL 530, 550, 631, 642, and 651 (4)
  • Essays written in PHIL 502, 504, 561, 564, 602, 604, 660, and 663 (5)
  • Comprehensive Examination (6)

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AAE updated June 2023

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