What Can I Do With a Major in Philosophy/Religion?

Explore, clarify, and ponder fundamental human values and problems.

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The Philosophy/Religion Major program at Flagler College offers you the chance to explore the traditional and modern aspects of philosophical and religious thought. Among its strengths is that it offers you a broad background without sacrificing in-depth experience or specialized expertise. 

Students in the program have the chance to explore, clarify, and ponder fundamental human values and problems. This prepares you for a variety of careers in law, administration, business, communications, human service, and church-related vocations.

Sources: Rutgers University, Ashland University

Career Options, Employers, and Transferable Skills

*Some may require further education or specialization.

Arbitrator
Campus Religious Coordinator
Church Administrator
Church Camp Director
Clergy Member
Community Service Agency Worker
Congressional Staff Member
Counselor
Editor
Employee Training Instructor
Employment Interviewer
Evangelist
FBI/CIA Agent
Foreign Service Officer
Foreign Student Advisor
Fundraiser
Grant Writer
Historian
Historical Archivist
Hospice Director
Hospital/Military/Prison Chaplain
Human Resources Manager
Intelligence Specialist
Labor Relations Specialist
Lawyer
Legal Assistant
Legislator
Librarian
Lobbyist
Museum Manager
Newspaper/Magazine Journalist
Peace Corps/VISTA Worker
Professor/Teacher
Public Relations Specialist
Rehabilitation Counselor
Religious Activities Director
Researcher
Residence Hall Director
Social Worker
Student Affairs Administrator
Theological Professor
University/Seminary Administrator
Writer/Author/Editor
Youth Minister

Private & Non-Profit Organizations

Advertising Agencies
Childcare/Adoption Agencies
Churches
Colleges/Universities
Community Organizations
Consumer Organizations
Cultural Organizations
Entertainment Firms
Foundations
Health Organizations
Hotels/Restaurants/Resorts
Insurance Companies
Law Firms
Libraries
Magazines/Newspapers
Management/Consulting Firms
Manufacturing Firms
Media Organizations
Mental Health Organizations
Museum/Historical Societies
Personnel Agencies
Professional Associations
Public Relations Firms
Publishing Firms
Radio/TV Stations
Religious Organizations
Retail Stores
Social Service Agencies

Government Agencies

Central Intelligence Agency
Civil Rights Commission
Consumer Affairs Office
Criminal Courts
Department of Labor
Division of Youth and Family Services
Drug Enforcement Agency
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Federal/State Congressional Offices
Foreign Service
Legislative Affairs
Peace Corps
Smithsonian Institution
US Customs Service
US Information Agency
Voice of America

General Skills
Sees the world from the perspective of other individuals and cultures
Applies spiritual truths to current life issues
Perceives the relations among various fields of study
Senses the meaning and varieties of human experience

Research Skills
Elicits hidden assumption
Distinguishes the genre and literacy devices of a text
Summarizes complicated material

Problem-Solving Skills
Analyzes concepts, definitions, arguments, and complex problems
Organizes ideas, deals with questions of value, and extracts information
Distinguishes fine differences between views and discovers common ground
Generates ideas and formulates solutions

Communication Skills
Presents ideas through well-constructed, systematic arguments
Listens and responds to others objectively
Expresses a distinct view and explains difficult material
Eliminates ambiguities and vagueness in communication

Persuasive Skills
Constructs clear information, good arguments, and apt examples
Builds and defends views and appreciates competing positions

Writing Skills
Writes interpretively, argumentatively, and descriptively
Develops structure and technique while anchoring generalizations

Experiential Learning

  • Organizing exhibits and leading tours at a museum
  • Working as a student intern for a religious organization
  • Coordinating vacation Bible school programs
  • Creating materials to support grant applications from a local human service agency
  • Providing leadership for a church’s volunteer program
  • Serving on a non-profit agency’s budget committee
  • Providing one-on-one care as a hospice center volunteer
  • Serving as a youth minister at an area church or as a chaplain at a summer camp
  • Assisting a chaplain in a nursing home

Professional Associations

Enhancing Your Employability

Here are some ways to improve your job prospects:

  • Join relevant student organizations to develop leadership skills.
  • Participate in internships and field experience placements.
  • Become active in alumni and/or mentor networks.
  • Plan on a graduate degree for advancement.
  • Take part in mock interview opportunities.

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