Philosophy
Marston Hall
Stephen Layman, Ph.D.
(206) 281-2036 or (206) 281-2220
clayman@spu.edu

Seattle Pacific University teaches philosophy from a strong Christian perspective. When you study philosophy here, you learn to see the connections between different fields of thought such as science, religion and ethics. You’ll also engage the world of ideas, challenging assumptions that often lie at the heart of belief systems.

When you major or minor in philosophy, you develop strong skills in writing, debating and communicating complex ideas. Courses include ancient and medieval philosophy, logic, ethics and more. You’ll study such great thinkers as Kant, Descartes and C.S. Lewis. And throughout the program, you’ll explore the connections and conflicts between numerous philosophical positions and Christian theology. Seattle Pacific philosophy majors are also encouraged to participate in European Quarter, a faculty-led quarter of study overseas in countries such as Italy, Germany and France.

If you choose a major other than philosophy, consider studying philosophy as your second major. “Double-majoring” allows students to get the most of their university experience and brings out the connections between disciplines.

When students graduate with a degree in philosophy from SPU, they’ve developed skills that are important to a wide variety of careers. Many continue study in graduate schools such as Notre Dame, Villanova and Indiana University. Others enter careers in the high-tech industry, ministry, teaching and counseling. For more information, click on the links below.

	Requirements for Philosophy Major Description and Classes for Philosophy Major
	Requirements for Philosophy Minor Description and Classes for Philosophy Minor
	Requirements for Philosophy Double Major Description and Classes for Philosophy Double Major
	Application for the Philosophy Major or Minor (PDF)
	What Can You Do With a B.A. in Philosophy? From general reflections to concrete possibilities.
	Thinking About Graduate School in Philosophy? Some thoughts to get you started...
	Resources Outside links for more information concerning Philosophy
	Faculty Philosophy Faculty
	Department of Philosophy Homepage