The minor in philosophy engages students with a range of philosophical subjects, problems, schools of thought, and a survey of their historical development, along with rigorous training of a wide-ranging, highly transferable critical thinking skill set; all aimed at enhancing the students general educational experience at Qatar University.
Declaring the minor
Applicants for the minor in Philosophy must satisfy QU requirements for declaring a minor.
Minor in Philosophy (24 CH)
A minimum of 24 credit hours are required to complete the minor in Philosophy, including the following:
- A minimum of 18 credit hours in the Minor Requirements
- A minimum of 6 credit hours in the Minor Electives
Minor Requirements (18 CH)
Students must complete the following courses:
- PHIL 100 Logic and Critical Thinking
- PHIL 110 Introduction to Philosophy
- PHIL 200 Introduction to Ethics
- PHIL 210 Islamic Philosophy
- PHIL 300 Knowledge and Reality
- PHIL 310 Philosophy and Contemporary Life
Minor Electives (6 CH)
Students must complete a minimum of 6 credit hours in courses selected from the following:
- PHIL 320 Asian Values
- PHIL 330 Philosophy of History
- PHIL 400 Philosophy of Science
- PHIL 410 Special Topics