Minoring in Philosophy
Students in other disciplines often find that a background in philosophy enriches their university experience and enhances work done in other fields in preparation for specific careers. It is easy to customize the philosophy minor to meet the individual needs of students. The minor in philosophy requires 21 units of philosophy, at least 12 of which must be upper division. In addition, up to 9 units taken in fulfillment of general education requirements may be counted toward the minor, making it possible to earn a minor in philosophy while still graduating in a timely manner.
The Department of Philosophy offers two way of pursuing the minor:
- Alternative A: Among the 21 units, at least six from the following courses: Philosophy 290, 291, 300, 301; and either a seminar or three units of Philosophy 499.
- Alternative B: Among the 21 units, at least 15 units to be chosen from philosophy courses correlative to the student's major or intended post baccalaureate field, as approved by the philosophy advisor.
The quickest way to get started minoring in philosophy is to begin taking your general education requirements in philosophy. (Check the Academic Catalog for a complete list of philosophy courses that meet GE requirements.) Students are then advised to speak with an advisor or other faculty member about minoring in philosophy. To help plan your class schedule, consult the Course Rotation Guidelines , and the Advising pages.
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