COURSE CURRICULUM

The Humanities program at Providence University College offers a wide-ranging selection of courses that reflect the depth and diversity of human thought, culture, and experience. Courses like Major English Writers and Women Writers & Gender Issues allow students to explore influential literary voices, examining how gender, identity, and social context shape literature and its interpretation. Western Civilization and History of Christianity provide a broad historical foundation, tracing key events, movements, and ideas that have shaped the Western world and the role of faith within it. Ethics challenges students to engage with moral philosophy and contemporary ethical dilemmas, encouraging thoughtful reflection on what it means to live a good life within a Christian worldview. Philosophy of Science examines the nature of scientific inquiry, its historical development, and its philosophical implications, fostering a critical understanding of how science relates to faith and society. Together, these courses encourage students to think deeply and articulate ideas clearly, while cultivating an appreciation for the complexity of the human experience. By studying across disciplines, Humanities students develop strong analytical and communication skills that prepare them for graduate studies or a wide range of careers, all while grounding their learning in a Christ-centered understanding of truth, meaning, and purpose.