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University of Calgary Calendar 2017-2018 Faculty of Arts 4. Program Details 4.51 Philosophy 4.51.2 BA Honours Philosophy
4.51.2 BA Honours Philosophy

A. FACULTY OF ARTS REQUIREMENTS

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

B. MAJOR-FIELD WITH HONOURS REQUIREMENTS

Students must successfully complete a minimum of 60 units (10.0 full-course equivalents) and a maximum of 72 units (12.0 full-course equivalents) in the Field of Philosophy while fulfilling the following requirements:

  1. Logic: Philosophy 279 or 377; and Philosophy 379.

  2. Core Courses: Philosophy 395 and 397.

  3. Honours Seminar: Philosophy 597.

  4. Honours Thesis: Philosophy 590.

  5. Upper-Level Courses: An additional 30 units (5.0 full-course equivalents) from the Field of Philosophy at the 400 level or above.

  6. 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 Honours 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.