Political Philosophy Minor

Available Fall 2026
Residential Minor in Political Philosophy
Enhance your practical training by exploring the foundations of political thought in the Western tradition with a Political Philosophy minor. You’ll examine the role of the state within God’s creation order and its relationship to other spheres of life—strengthening your ability to address today’s issues from a distinctly Christian perspective.
With this minor, you can develop strong critical-thinking skills and a biblical worldview on human life and thought. This solid foundation can help you adapt, innovate, and thrive in a changing society.
This minor is open to students in any major.
Learn How To
- Trace key ideas from ancient philosophy to today
- Connect political theory and practice
- Evaluate modern life through a biblically grounded understanding of the world and society
Academic Information: Minor in Political Philosophy
Credit Hours
- 15 hours
Programs of Study (DCP)
Political Philosophy minor – available Fall 2026
Courses You Could Take
- Ancient Political and Economic Ideas (GOVT 301)
- Modern Political and Economic Ideas (GOVT 302)
- Reformational Political and Economic Ideas (GOVT 303)
- Political Theology and Hermeneutics (GOVT 432)
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