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General Catalog 2024-2025 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Philosophy - Religious Studies Option, B.A.

The Department of Philosophy  

Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements

Students must select from the Philosophy Major, the Pre-Law Option, or the Religious Studies Option.

Philosophy Major Requirements (33-35 units)

Core (18 units)

Lower-Division:

Upper-Division:

Religious Studies Option Requirements (15-17 units)

The department has prepared a special program for those who wish to engage in a combined study of philosophy and religion. This option emphasizes the comparative and ecumenical study of religion. Students with a general interest in religion might consider this option. Those who wish to pursue a religious vocation or do graduate work in religious studies will find it especially valuable.

Choose One Course (3 units) From:

Choose One Course (3 units) From:

Choose One Course (3-4 units) From:

Choose Two Courses (6-7 units) From:

Other Degree Requirements

In addition to the major program requirements, every student must also complete the University’s baccalaureate degree requirements such as:

  • American Government and Institutions (PLSI 2 )
  • General Education Requirements (48 units)
  • Multicultural and International (MI)
  • Upper-division Writing
  • Sufficient Elective Units to Meet Required Total Units (varies); it is recommended that units in this area be utilized to complete a second major or minor.

A full description of the University’s graduation requirements can be found in the Baccalaureate Degree Requirements . 

Total Units: 120*

*General Education, MI, and Upper-division Writing courses can be double counted with major requirements. This includes PHIL 25  (Area A3). See advisor for details.

Advising Notes

  1. CR/NC grading is not permitted in courses used to fulfill the philosophy major requirements.
  2. Students intending to pursue graduate study in philosophy, law, or religious studies should seek a faculty advisor’s help in planning adequate preparation.
  3. Visit the Philosophy Department office or your faculty advisor for the list of approved T classes for the major.