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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