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	ARCHIVED 2023-2024 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 . 
			 
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		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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