Philosophy
One of only four community college programs of its kind in Kansas, Butler’s philosophy classes immerse you in discourse, critical thinking and debate. You will learn how to understand ideas, develop critical responses and reflect upon the larger world of ideas, beliefs, institutions and values.
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Find Your Philosophy at Butler
When you learn philosophy, you learn to pursue the questions presented by the world around you. No matter what field or academic goals you choose to pursue, a philosophy degree supplies you with the ability to think critically about problems and solutions — a skill many employers look for in today’s working world.
What You Can Do with a Philosophy Degree
No matter what your dream job is, our instructors will give you the building blocks to earn your bachelor’s degree at a four-year university or start your career right away in positions like:
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Author/Biographer
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Customer Service
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Public Speaker
Classes You'll Take
These are some examples of courses in our Philosophy program.
- English Composition
- Philosophy
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Sociology
- Introduction to Logic
Select Philosophy courses qualify for our Open Education Resources (OER), where we provide some or all required course materials, saving you money.
Philosophy (Associate of Arts)
Get Involved
Philosophy Club
Engage with a thought-provoking community. Join Butler’s Philosophy Club for open and informed discussions focused on perspectives and idea sharing. Meet with students, instructors and community members to deepen your appreciation for divergent perspectives and the relevance of critical thinking as it relates to the issues of the day.
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