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Certificate in Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law

Undergraduate Certificate

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Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law Certificate Overview

PNW’s philosophy of ethics, politics and law certificate allows you to study philosophy alongside your undergraduate major. This certificate will help you expand your logic, critical thinking, problem-solving and analysis skills.

Adding a philosophy certificate can help students develop intellectual skills unique to philosophy – skills that contribute to professional success, engaged citizenship and a well-rounded life while performing better on standardized tests, such as the GRE and LSAT.

Department of History, Philosophy, Politics and Economics

Ethics, politics and law are distinct but related and complementary subjects. Understanding these fields and the connections among them prepares a student for a wide variety of careers.

The PNW faculty who teach the courses associated with this certificate have taught and published extensively in these fields.

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Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law Certificate Curriculum

Students must take an introduction to ethics and three additional courses to complete this certificate. One course is required from the ethics, politics and law disciplines.

Sample Courses

PHIL 11100: Introduction to Ethics
POL 34600: Law and Society
PHIL 32700: Environmental Ethics

Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law Certificate Course of Study

Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law Certificate Highlights

Studying for this Certificate prepares a student to do well on the GRE or LSAT exams—prerequisites for graduate or law school. It also enables a student to become a more knowledgeable and engaged citizen.

This certificate is an attractive credential for those seeking a career in politics or law.

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Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law Certificate Outcomes

In this program, you’ll get a solid foundation and a strong understanding of the topics such as:

Ethics for the Professions (PHIL 32400)
Criminal Law (CRJU 44000)
Women, Politics and Public Policy (POL 32600)
American Political Thought (POL 31200)

Meet the Faculty

Samuel Zinaich, Ph.D.

Associate Professor of Philosophy

My Name is Samuel Zinaich, Jr. My students call me Dr. Z (at least to my face). I teach ethics and when possible, ancient and modern philosophy. I love teaching and I add a lot of humor to my lectures

Hoon Lee

Continuing Lecturer of Philosophy

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Earn a Certificate in Philosophy of Ethics, Politics and Law at PNW

Purdue University Northwest’s philosophy of ethics, politics and law certificate provides you with skills that are critical in every career field, such as logic, critical thinking, problem-solving, and analysis.

To see how a certificate in philosophy of ethics, politics and law from PNW can help enhance your career skills, take the next step today!

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