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4.51.1 BA in Philosophy

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4.51.1 BA in Philosophy

A. FACULTY OF ARTS REQUIREMENTS

Students must adhere to the applicable Faculty of Arts requirements in 3.4 Graduation.

B. MAJOR-FIELD REQUIREMENTS

Students must successfully complete a minimum of 48 units (8.0 full-course equivalents) and a maximum of 60 units (8.0 and a maximum of 10.0 full-course equivalents) in the Field of Philosophy while fulfilling the following requirements:

Logic: One of Philosophy 279 or 377.
Core Courses: Philosophy 395 and 397.
Upper-Level Courses: 30 units (5.0 full-course equivalents) from the Field of Philosophy at the 400 level or above.
Philosophy Options: an additional 9 units (1.5 full-course equivalents) from the Field of Philosophy.

C. OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Language Requirement: 6 units (1.0 full-course equivalent) in a language other than English.

D. DEGREE OPTIONS

The BA in Philosophy can be taken with Co-operative Education. See section 3.4.4 Co-operative Education Programs for information and requirements.

Notes:

Students are advised to take one of Philosophy 201, 249, or 259 in their first year, in addition to the required Philosophy 279.
Students must choose their courses carefully at the 200 and 300 level to ensure that they have the prerequisites for entry to the 400- and 500-level courses.