Because it deals mainly with issues that have no simple solutions, philosophy emphasizes the exchange of ideas and debate and thus cultivates an appetite for deep and serious reflection. By reading and discussing the works of the world’s great thinkers on fundamental topics like truth, justice, morality and existence, you will sharpen your own ability to think clearly, critically and independently. The department’s curriculum takes a twin approach (historical and analytical) and covers political and social philosophy, ethics, philosophy of science, philosophy of language, philosophy of mind and logic.