In addition to a required major, students have the option of studying a minor as part of a bachelor's degree program.  The minor must be in a field of study that is different from the major.

The study of philosophy and religion is worthwhile both for the intrinsic value of inquiring into what is best in thought and living, and also for the practical value of the intellectual habits one gains. Literally meaning “love of wisdom,” philosophy is the inquiry into fundamental questions that humans ask: what is the good life? what is most real? how can humans know? what is sound reasoning? what is the good life for humans?

The academic study of philosophy and religion focuses on the “turning of the soul” and how communities as well as other religious traditions, the study of religion gives the basis for a good life. In keeping with Queens’ Presbyterian tradition, we recognize the importance of “thinking the faith.” Students of philosophy and religion significantly enhance their critical thinking and analytical skills, as well as their communication skills. The broad inquiry into patterns of thought strengthens problem-solving ability, and helps the student attain a depth of thought that is invaluable for a wide variety of graduate studies and careers.

The minor consists of 6 courses, at least one of which must be
a 300-level course.

200-level courses:

PHIL 203 Introduction to Philosophy
PHIL 204 Introduction to Logic
PHIL 207 Ethics
RELG 205 Old Testament
RELG 206 New Testament
RELG 210 Introduction to World Religions

300-level courses:

PHIL 305 Medical Ethics
RELG 310 The Book of Revelation and Apocalyptic Thought
RELG 344 Christian Ethics
RELG 345 Religion in America (may also be taken as HIST 345)
PHIL 349 Topics in Philosophy
RELG 349 Topics in Religion