If you've ever heard someone's opinion on a topic and were inclined to ask, "Why should
I believe that?" then you have begun to philosophize. Some common philosophical questions
are: Is there a God? What is right? What is the meaning of life? Is there a soul?
What is justice?
The Philosophy Department at Harper College offers a wide variety of classes including
critical thinking, ethics and social/political philosophy. We also teach specialized
courses in applied philosophy, including business ethics and medical ethics. Additionally,
courses in world religions, religion in America and non-Western philosophy are available.
Class activities range from lecture to class discussions, from debates to journals,
and to small group work. Philosophy courses are offered in a variety of formats including
traditional classroom settings, online and learning communities. None of the courses
require a philosophy prerequisite. All require that you read and write at the college
level.
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The Associate in Arts (AA) degree prepares you to transfer to a four-year college or university to complete
a bachelor's degree in philosophy. Speak with your advisor about the best courses
to take to meet your academic goals.
Harper also offers institution-specific transfer information to help prepare you to
transition to a four-year university. To learn more, visit our Transfer Information page or see your advisor.
Learn more about career outcomes for Harper's Philosophy degree program. Each career
profile offers a complete picture on the local job market, including salaries, open
positions, top local employers and more. To learn more, visit our Philosophy Careers page.
Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other
communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect
and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.
Core tasks:
Write commentaries, columns, or scripts, using computers.
Coordinate and serve as an anchor on news broadcast programs.
Examine news items of local, national, and international significance to determine
topics to address, or obtain assignments from editorial staff members.
Analyze and interpret news and information received from various sources to broadcast
the information.
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Lawyers
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$161,321 Median Salary
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Description:
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw
up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize
in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Core tasks:
Interpret laws, rulings and regulations for individuals and businesses.
Analyze the probable outcomes of cases, using knowledge of legal precedents.
Gather evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions by such means as
interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain the facts of a case.
Represent clients in court or before government agencies.
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily
engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Core tasks:
Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers.
Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students and the community
on topics such as ethics, logic, and contemporary religious thought.
Compile, administer, and grade examinations, or assign this work to others.
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education
or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership
relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Core tasks:
Develop or direct study courses or religious education programs within congregations.
Identify and recruit potential volunteer workers.
Select appropriate curricula or class structures for educational programs.
Counsel individuals regarding interpersonal, health, financial, or religious problems.
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For more information about starting your college education at Harper, please contact
Admissions Outreach at 847.925.6700 or fill out our request information form.
