Philosophy (BA)

哲学, 哲学类
美国, 北美
本科
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The mission of the undergraduate program in Philosophy is to train students to think clearly and critically about the deepest and broadest questions concerning being, knowledge, and value, as well as their connections to the full range of human activities and interests. The Philosophy major presents students with paradigms and perspectives of past thinkers and introduces students to a variety of methods of reasoning and judgment formation. Courses in the major equip students with core skills involved in critical reading, analytical thinking, sound argumentation, and the clear, well-organized expression of ideas. Philosophy is an excellent major for those planning a career in law, medicine, business, or the non-profit sector. It provides analytical skills and a breadth of perspective helpful to those called upon to make decisions about their own conduct and the welfare of others. Philosophy majors who have carefully planned their undergraduate program have an excellent record of admission to professional and graduate schools.

There are three ways of majoring in Philosophy:

  • The General Program
    • The General program requires a minimum of 60 units.
    • No more than 10 units completed with grades of ‘satisfactory’ and/or ‘credit’ may be counted in the 60-unit requirement. 
    • Any courses taken for a letter grade in fulfillment of the core requirements must be taken for a minimum of 3 units and completed with a  grade of ‘C-‘ or higher.
    • Units for Tutorial, Directed Reading (PHIL196 Tutorial, Senior Year, PHIL197 Individual Work, Undergraduate, PHIL198 The Dualist), The Dualist (PHIL198 The Dualist), Honors Seminar (PHIL199 Seminar for Prospective Honors Students), or affiliated courses may not be counted in the 60-unit requirement.
  • The Special Program in the History and Philosophy of Science
    • Minimum 61 units
    • (See Subplans section for further details)
  • The Special Program in Philosophy and Literature
    • Minimum 65 units
    • (See Subplans section for further details)

A student completing any of these programs receives a B.A. degree in Philosophy. There is also a major program offered in Philosophy and Religious Studies. To declare a major, a student should consult with the Director of Undergraduate Study and see the Undergraduate Student Services Administrator to be assigned an adviser and work out a coherent plan. The department recommends proficiency in at least one foreign language.

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