Philosophy and Ethics Graduate Certificate (Online)

The Philosophy and Ethics Graduate Certificate focuses on developing philosophical inquiry and ethical reasoning through the study of core concepts and debates. You’ll examine how philosophical ideas inform discussions of ethics, knowledge, and human experience.

Designed for learners seeking to engage in thoughtful dialogue and apply philosophical thinking to contemporary issues, the certificate explores how philosophical concepts can be used to analyze questions in areas such as medical ethics, the environment, and science.

Through the Philosophy and Ethics Graduate Certificate, you’ll learn to:

• Formulate questions, engage in constructive conversation, and develop reasoned arguments.
• Analyze ethical debates, research, and academic writing.
• Apply philosophical ideas to real-world issues such as medical ethics, the environment, and science.

The Philosophy and Ethics Graduate Certificate includes four online courses.

Selecting courses. Multiple course options are available during fall, spring, and summer terms. Offerings vary by term. Explore current options in the DCE Course Search & Registration platform.

If you take two courses per semester, you can complete your certificate in 8 months. If you prefer a more flexible pace, you have up to three years to finish.

There is no formal application required. You simply register for each course.

To meet the requirements for the certificate:

• Complete the four certificate courses for graduate credit.
• Earn at least a B grade in each course.
• Complete all courses within three years of starting your first eligible certificate course.

Learn more about pursuing a certificate and the process of requesting your certificate.