Centrals BA in Philosophy program is pluralistic in its emphasis on both Western and Non-Western philosophical traditions, as well as in its balance of historical and contemporary approaches to philosophy.
The program helps students develop knowledge and skills that have universal value including skills in critical and creative thinking, reasoning and argumentation, communication, perspective-taking, and moral/ethical reasoning about complex topics and issues. These skills have central value for all careers and every field, including law, business, medical school, politics, education, administration, and non-profit sector work.
Program Options
General Track
Social Justice, Ethics, and Law Track
Learning Outcomes
Description - Our students will learn how to describe theories, principles, and concepts representing a wide range of the history of philosophy.
Application - Our students will learn how to apply philosophical theories, principles, and concepts to novel scenarios.
Analysis - Our students will learn how to analyze philosophical arguments logically and critically.
Defense - Our students will learn how to defend views on philosophical issues with clear and well-reasoned arguments.
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January 2025
Carol A. Ammon College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences
Willard-DiLoreto Hall D303,
NEW BRITAIN,
Connecticut,
06050, United States
International students are selected for undergraduate admission to Central Connecticut State University based on a review of their academic success in their previous education.
English language proficiency requirement:
The three versions of the TOEFL that a prospective student may take are listed here with minimum acceptable scores:
Internet: minimum score of 79
Computer: minimum score of 213
Paper: minimum score of 550
The International English Language Testing System Exam (IELTS) is also accepted. A minimum band score of 6.5 is required for admissions consideration.
Duolingo English Test (DET): minimum score of 95
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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