Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law
In 2019, the Department of Philosophy at New Mexico State University began offering a major and a minor in Justice, Political Philosophy, and Law (JPPL). A JPPL degree aims to cultivate a reasoned understanding of law and legal institutions, as well as the moral theories that support the value and justice of these institutions. JPPL offers a sequence of courses totaling 36 credit hours in critical thinking, law, policy, global justice, ethical theory, political philosophy, moral theory, feminist philosophy, and human rights. The interdisciplinary component of the major ensures that students have a well-rounded understanding of issues of justice and law. JPPL students will be well-prepared for further studies or careers in law, philosophy, politics, public service, education, human rights, or public policy.
Admission to JPPL is open to any student in good standing in the College of Arts and Sciences.