Religion and Philosophy
November 26, 2023 2026-02-24 10:51Religion and Philosophy
The Religion and Philosophy degree at Tennessee Wesleyan provides students a chance to grapple with what matters most in human existence: “what is real?” – “how can we know?” – “what does it mean to be human?”- “what is worth believing?” – “and what difference does it all make?”
Why Choose TWU's Religion and Philosophy Degree?
Personalized and Interactive Learning
Small class sizes with strong engagement and interaction
Faculty Expertise Across Disciplines
Learn from faculty with specializations in bible, church history and theology, and modern philosophy.
Major-Specific Scholarship Opportunities
Special scholarship opportunities specifically for Religion and Philosophy majors
Service Learning in Action
Opportunities for service learning and hands-on practice of ministry
Religion and Philosophy
The Department of Religion and Philosophy believes the study of religion and philosophy can free the student from a superficial view of self and society. It can help the student become more aware of limits and possibilities and may even assist in gaining insights that may change his or her life. Departmental members encourage students to feel sensitively and to think carefully with others, past and present, who can aid in learning what it means to live as a human being today, with careful attention to the life and teachings of Christ. To assist those who want to make these discoveries and to meet vocational needs, the Department offers basic, intermediate, and advanced courses on a wide range of topics. Through flexible and individualized studies, the student can pursue his or her own interests. Through practice, the student can become increasingly able to put to work in concrete situations the knowledge and skills that he or she is gaining.
Religion and Philosophy Minor
A Religion and Philosophy minor is a valuable complement to any major, giving students the opportunity to explore life’s biggest questions. Through thoughtful discussion and engagement with foundational texts, students gain deeper insight into belief, culture, and human meaning.
CREDITS
18 semester hours.
B.A. Religion and Philosophy Core Courses
REL 100 – The Christian Faith 3 s.h.
REL 101 – Introduction to the Bible 3 s.h.
REL 218 – History of the Christian Church 3 s.h.
REL 300 – Jesus in the Gospels 3 s.h.
REL 305 – Exploration in Biblical Theology 3 s.h.
REL 312 – Islam or
REL 314 – Asian Religion or
HIS 241 – The Making of the Islamic World 3 s.h.
REL Elective at 300 – 400 level 3 s.h.
PHI 101 – Introduction to Logic and Rhetoric 3 s.h.
PHI 200 – Introduction to Ethics 3 s.h.
PHI 209 – Contemporary Philosophical Issues 3 s.h.
PHI 319 – Directed Studies: Historical Philosophy 3 s.h.
REL/PHI 482 Capstone in Religion and Philosophy 1 s.h
