Department of Philosophy (PHIL)

Welcome to Philosophy at CSUN

Philosophy challenges and investigates everything, fostering critical thinking, reading, and writing skills. Our majors excel in standardized tests for graduate schools and are valued by employers across diverse fields.

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Philosophy is the only discipline that investigates everything. It is also the only discipline that challenges everything, even itself.

What Is Philosophy?

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What's Your Philosophical Personality?

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The study of Philosophy can help one become a creative and independent thinker. Many of the most important skills for academic and professional success are honed by doing philosophy.

Benefits of a Philosophy Major

Academic Programs

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Major in Philosophy

Double Major in Philosophy

Minor in Philosophy

Challenge Assumptions, Embrace Wisdom Today!

Join our program. Receive personalized advising, learn about the benefits of a Philosophy Major, and be apart of our annual conference. Let us guide you from student to professional!