Bachelor Degree

Philosophy majors choose an approved minor of 18 semester hours, 6 of which must be advanced. Majors are expected to take one readings course, PHL 480 or PHL 485, on topics related to epistemology and/or metaphysics. The philosophy major is required to take both PHL 364 and PHL 365 as part of the minimum total of 30 semester credit hours for the Major. It is strongly recommended that these courses are completed as soon as possible after being introduced to philosophy. A degree plan should be arranged with the Philosophy Program Coordinator at the earliest possible time.

 

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Philosophy majors are strongly encouraged to meet with the program coordinator prior to choosing their Minor area of study.

 

 


Given the importance of logical reasoning for philosophy and to provide the student with an in-depth acquaintance with formal logical reasoning, students choosing Philosophy as either their Major or Minor must complete PHL 262, Critical Thinking or PHL 362, Contemporary Logic.

The following represents an example of how one might schedule courses to complete a philosophy major at Sam Houston State University.  Students may take courses earlier or later depending upon their individual needs. In all cases, it is suggested that you consult with your advisor.  This is intended as an illustration only.


FIRST YEAR:

English 164, English 165

History 163, History 164
Biology, Chemistry, Geography 131/111, Physics, Geology
Foreign Language 141, Foreign Language 142
Math 164 or Math 170
Kinesiology 215

SECOND YEAR:

English 200 level or higher

Computer Science 133, Computer Science 138,
Computer Science 143, Library Science 130 or Managment Information Systems 188

Political Science 261, Political Science 285

Psychology 131

Philosophy 261, Philosophy 262

Foreign Language 263, Foreign Language 264

6 Hours in Minor

THIRD YEAR:

Philosophy 263, Philosophy 366
3 hours Philosophy
3 hours Visual and Performing Arts
6 Hours in Minor

15 Hours Electives

FOURTH YEAR

Philosophy 364, Philosophy 365

9 hours Philosophy

6 Hours in Minor

9 Hours of Electives

For more information contact:

Dr. Frank Fair

Program Coordinator

psy_fkf@shsu.edu

1-866-BEARKAT

ask for Philosophy

(936) 294-1509