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ARCHIVED 2020-2021 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
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Philosophy (Concentration in Philosophy), BA


Total number of hours for the program: 120.

Liberal Studies Hours (42 hours)


Liberal Studies Program Requirements  

Major Requirements


The major in Philosophy requires a concentration in Philosophy or Religion.

Concentration in Philosophy


Thirty-six (36) hours as follows:
 

World Languages 231-232 or 240: (six hours)

Special Topics and Capstone Seminars (9 hours)


Additional Requirements


To complete the Bachelor of Arts program in the College of Arts & Sciences, a total of 42 hours is required, which includes a second major, minor, or approved program, and a minimum of 12-14 general (free) electives depending on the number of hours taken in the major that also fulfill the Liberal Studies requirements. At least 30 hours of courses at WCU must be taken at the junior-senior level to meet one of the University’s degree requirements. 

Note: Students who pursue a concentration in Philosophy can also choose a minor in Religion and students who pursue a concentration in Religion can also choose a minor in Philosophy. These students cannot, however, use a single course to count towards both the concentration and the minor.