About the Program
Pursue traditional questions about the nature of truth, knowledge, justice and reality while examining the relevance of these questions to modern problems. In grappling with these questions, our program equips you with skills in high demand with employers: communication, critical thinking, assessing pros and cons, distilling complex data, and more. The Philosophy program offers two options to serve your academic and career goals: General Philosophy and Law and Society.
The Polytechnic Approach
Ask big questions about existence, collaborate on projects that apply philosophical ideas to fields like tech or medicine, debate hot-button ethical issues, engage in co-curricular learning activities, or analyze real-world case studies in business and law. Our programs prepare you to thrive in a fast-changing world, and you will graduate with highly adaptable, transferable skills.
Program Emphasis
Career Outcomes
Courses
The Philosophy Department has organized its programs to connect the traditional concerns of philosophy with the directions and needs of contemporary society. Philosophy instruction enhances skills which are crucial for success in a wide range of professions, in particular critical thinking skills (analytical and reasoning skills) and verbal skills (skills in writing and oral presentation).
Department of Philosophy
Philosophy Club
The Philosophy Club brings philosophy students together to share ideas, meet professors and engage in lively debates. It’s a space for students from all majors to dive into philosophical discussions, whether you want to speak up or just listen. Join us for thought-provoking conversations and the chance to connect with fellow thinkers!
Pre-Law at CPP
Cal Poly Pomona Pre-Law offers a variety of opportunities to help CPP students interested in attending law school explore legal careers and navigate the law school application process. On the CPP Pre-Law webpage, students can find information about pre-law advisors, events and workshops organized by CPP Pre-Law, LSAT and other law school applications related information, and suggested prelaw courses offered at Cal Poly Pomona. No matter where you are in the process, from thinking about going to law school to getting ready to apply, please reach out to the CPP Pre-Law advisors and subscribe to our newsletter to receive resources and workshop information.