Course planning advice here is limited to majors. For a full description of degree requirements, please see this
overview of the Academic Program and refer to the
Catalog for details and official rules. Any discrepancy between the Course Planning Pages and the Catalog will be resolved in favor of the Catalog.
Possible Degree Path – starting in the first year. The following is a typical plan for this 10 course major. This is not the only way forward. Please consult with your advisor to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| First Year |
One or more required courses at the 100 or 200 level
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| Sophomore |
One or more required courses
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One or more required courses
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| Junior |
Co-Op Experience or one or more required courses
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Co-Op Experience or one or more required courses
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| Senior |
Capstone course, one of the following:
- Senior Seminar (PHIL 487) or
- Senior Thesis (PHIL 497) - if approved by Philosophy Department to do a significant undergraduate research project.
Any additional philosophy courses at the 300- or 400- level necessary to complete the major.
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Possible Degree Path – starting in the second year. The following is a typical plan to complete this 10 course major. Please consult with your advisor or a member of the Department to create your unique path.
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Fall Semester |
Spring Semester |
| First Year |
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| Sophomore |
One or more required courses at the 200 level
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One or more required courses
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| Junior |
Co-Op Experience or one or more required courses
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Co-Op Experience or one or more required courses
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| Senior |
Capstone course, one of the following:
- Senior Seminar (PHIL 487) or
- Senior Thesis (PHIL 497) - if approved by Philosophy Department to do a significant undergraduate research project.
Any additional philosophy courses at the 300- or 400- level necessary to complete the major.
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Planning Recommendations:
The degree path for Philosophy is quite flexible. Please work closely with your advisor in choosing courses.
Capstone Planning:
There are two choices for the capstone: Senior Seminar (PHIL 487) or Senior Thesis (PHIL 497). Please discuss your options with your major advisor during your junior year.