Philosophy of Natural Science Minor
College: College of Social Sciences & Professional Studies
Requirements for the Philosophy of Natural Science Minor
The minor in philosophy of natural science is open to students majoring in biological sciences, geology, mathematics, computer science, and physics and to others by consent of the chair of the Philosophy Department.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| GSCI 102 | Science and Pseudoscience | 3 |
| PHIL 201 | Logic | 3 |
| PHIL 310 | Philosophy of Science | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select three of the following: 1 | 9 | |
| History of Mathematics | ||
| Great Thinkers | ||
| Truth, Knowledge and Belief | ||
| Reason and Reality | ||
| Set Theory, Logic and Proof | ||
| Philosophy of Science | ||
| Total Credits | 18 | |
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Other courses will be accepted as electives from time to time as suitable.
University Requirements for Minors
Course work in the minor must be completed with the minimum GPA as specified by the department or program under which the minor falls, usually a 2.00 on a 4.00 scale, but higher in some programs. Transfer students must attain the minimum specified GPA on a combination of transfer credits accepted toward the minor and credits attempted at UW-Parkside.
At least half of the course work required for a minor must be completed at UW-Parkside.