Designated Emphasis

To receive a designated emphasis in philosophy, graduate students from other departments must complete the following requirements in addition to degree requirements for the doctorate in their home department.

Department Approval

The primary faculty advisor is to be consulted about the intention to pursue a Philosophy Designated Emphasis.

Philosophy Advisor

A core philosophy faculty member is required to act as an advisor and serve on both the qualifying examination committee and the dissertation reading committee.

Coursework

Students must complete four graduate courses in philosophy selected in consultation with the philosophy faculty advisor. One of the four may be an independent study approved by the philosophy faculty advisor.

Writing

Students must submit a significant piece of writing that demonstrates competency in the field. The writing could take the form of a seminar paper or dissertation chapter. The essay must meet the approval of the philosophy advisor.

Application

Submit an application to the graduate program coordinator or director. Applications are available online or in the department office at Cowell 220.