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2011-2012 University Catalog
Philosophy, BA
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Banner Code: LA-BA-PHIL
Web: philosophy.gmu.edu
The degree program in philosophy covers the major issues and areas in philosophy and serves the needs of students who wish to pursue graduate studies in philosophy or emphasize philosophy while acquiring a broad liberal arts education. Students can use this major as preparation for such professions as law or government service, or complement other interests by taking a double major in philosophy and a related field of study.
This program of study is offered by the Department of Philosophy .
For policies governing all undergraduate degrees, see the Academic Policies chapter of the catalog. |
BA in Philosophy with no Concentration
One course (3 credits) in logic chosen from:
Two courses (6 credits) in history of philosophy
One course (3 credits) in the analytic tradition chosen from:
When the subject matter is appropriate and with the prior written approval of the undergraduate director, PHIL 391, 392, 421, 425, or 426 may be used to fulfill this requirement. One course (3 credits) in the continental tradition chosen from:
When the subject matter is appropriate and with the prior written approval of the undergraduate director, PHIL 391, 392, 421, 425, or 426 may be used to fulfill this requirement. One course (3 credits) in ethics and social and political philosophy chosen from:
When the subject matter is appropriate and with the prior written approval of the undergraduate director, PHIL 391, 392, 421, 425, or 426 may be used to fulfill this requirement. Five elective courses (15 credits) in philosophy
Students choose electives from any philosophy courses including those listed above that are not used to meet another requirement. ▲ Concentration in Philosophy and Law (PHLW)
The concentration in philosophy and law offers philosophy majors the opportunity to focus their study of philosophy in a way that prepares them for the study of the law.
In addition to the specific courses listed below, other relevant courses may be applied to the requirements for this concentration with prior written approval of the undergraduate director. One course (3 credits) in logic chosen from:
Two core courses (6 credits) in history of philosophy
One course (3 credits) in the analytic tradition chosen from:
When the subject matter is appropriate and with the prior written approval of the undergraduate director, PHIL 391, 392, 421, 425, or 426 may be used to fulfill this requirement. One course (3 credits) in the continental tradition chosen from:
When the subject matter is appropriate and with the prior written approval of the undergraduate director, PHIL 391, 392, 421, 425, or 426 may be used to fulfill this requirement. One course (3 credits) in philosophy and law
Two courses (6 credits) chosen from:
Three elective courses in philosophy (9 credits)
Students choose electives from any philosophy courses including those listed above that are not used to meet another requirement. Writing-Intensive Requirement
The university requires all students to complete at least one course designated “writing intensive” in their majors at the 300 level or above. All senior seminars in philosophy are writing intensive. Philosophy majors should consult the undergraduate director for other courses that can be taken to fulfill this requirement. |
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