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					| ARCHIVED 2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG] 
 
 Philosophy, B.A.  |  
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				Philosophy emphasizes critical thinking, careful reading and reflection on the nature and purpose of human existence. Graduates are prepared for graduate study in philosophy and for a diverse range of careers, including education, social service and law. More importantly, they are prepared for a life of critical self-reflection and responsible citizenship. For additional programs and courses in this department, see Philosophy and Religious Studies . |  
													| Major Requirements
 A minimum of 32 credit hours, with at least three Philosophy courses at the 300-level or above, including:History of Philosophy
 Two of the following:Normative Theory
 One of the following:Metaphysics/Epistemology
 One of the following:Electives
 Two additional courses in Philosophy.Note:
 One of the following courses may be substituted for a Philosophy elective:Additional Requirements for the B.A. Degree
 Students must demonstrate elementary competence in a foreign language. For more information, see the B.A. Degree Requirements  within the Academic Regulations section of this catalog. |  
 
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