2008-2009 Academic Catalog - Queens University of Charlotte

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PHILOSOPHY and RELIGION DEPARTMENT
The study of Philosophy and Religion is worthwhile both for the intrinsic value of inquiring into
what is best in thought and living, and also for the practical value of the intellectual habits one
gains. Literally meaning “love of wisdom,” philosophy is the inquiry into fundamental questions
that humans ask: what is the good life? What is most real? How can humans know? What is
sound reasoning? How do humans create and discover meaning in life?
In keeping with Queens’ Presbyterian tradition, we recognize the importance of “thinking the
faith.” The academic study of philosophy and religion together focus on the “turning of the soul”
and how communities as well as other religious traditions understand that “turning” as it
becomes a basis for a good life.
Students of philosophy and religion significantly enhance their critical thinking and analytical
skills, as well as their communication skills. The broad inquiry into patterns of thought strengthens
problem-solving ability and helps the student attain a depth of thought that is invaluable for
a wide variety of graduate studies and careers.
Writing-intensive course requirement
The writing-intensive course requirement is met with PHIL 400 or RELG 400.
Majors
The department offers a major in Philosophy-Religion. The department also offers a major in
Religion only through the Hayworth College. Both majors lead to the Bachelor of Arts Degree.
Requirements
Students must complete 33 hours in the Philosophy-Religion major.
Philosophy-Religion Major
Requirements for the Philosophy – Religion major are:
Core:
PHIL 203 Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 204 Introductory Logic
RELG 210 Introduction to World Religions
RELG 205* The Old Testament or RELG 206* The New Testament
PHIL 400 or RELG 400 Major Thinkers and Issues
Plus 6 courses chosen from:
(Some courses may have prerequisites or permission of the instructor may be necessary)
PHIL 220 Introduction to Philosophy of Religion
PHIL 304 Contemporary Western Philosophy
PHIL 305 Medical Ethics
PHIL 330 Ancient & Medieval Western Philosophy
PHIL or HIST 334 Modern Political Thought
PHIL 349 Topics in Philosophy
PHIL 350 Directed Studies in Philosophy
RELG 205 The Old Testament
RELG 206 The New Testament
RELG 306 Prophetic Religion
RELG 312 or HIST 312 The First Christians
RELG 323 Renaissance and Reformation or HIST 306 Early Modern Europe
RELG 344 Christian Ethics
RELG 345 or HIST 345 Religion in America
THE UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAM