B.A. Philosophy Program Map
General Concentration
Studying philosophy helps students develop skills that are valued by employers in many different fields. It especially enhances one’s ability to think and write clearly. Students learn to analyze theories, clarify concepts, dissect arguments and solve problems in effective and creative ways.
Stats
60
Core Credit Hours
33
Major Credit Hours
27
Elective Credit Hours
- Plan Your Degree
- Crush Your Course
- Find Your Place
- Broaden Your Perspectives
- Connect Off-Campus
- Take Care of Yourself
- Pave Your Path
Plan Your Degree
Disclaimer: This program map is intended ONLY as a guide for students to plan their course of study. It does NOT replace any information in the Undergraduate Catalog, which is the official guide for completing degree requirements.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
A1: ENGL 1101
English Composition 1 |
3 |
|
A2: MATH 1001 OR 1111
Quantitative Skills & Reasoning or College Algebra |
3 |
|
B2: XIDS 2002
First-Year Seminar |
2 |
|
E1: HIST 1111 OR 1112
World History |
3 |
|
E4: PHIL 2130
Intro to World Religions |
3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1101 with a C or better.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
A1: ENGL 1102
English Composition 2 |
3 |
|
E2: HIST 2111 OR 2112
US History |
3 |
|
F: PHIL 2010
Intro to Philosophy |
3 |
| D1: Science + Lab | 4 |
| C1: Fine Arts | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete ENGL 1102 with a C or better.
- Complete PHIL 2010.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
14 Fall Credit Hours + 16 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
B1: FL 1001
Elementary Foreign Language 1 |
3 |
|
E3: POLS 1101
American Government |
3 |
|
F: PHIL 2020
Critical Thinking |
3 |
| D1: Non-lab Science | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete PHIL 2020.
- Complete FL 1001.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
C2: FL 1002
Elementary Foreign Language 2 |
3 |
|
F: PHIL 2030
Intro to Ethics |
3 |
| F: Humanities | 3 |
| D2: Math, Science, and Technology | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete PHIL 2030.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Additional Information:
- Elective courses: at least 6 hours must be 3/4000 level.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
PHIL 3100
Ancient & Medieval Philosophy |
3 |
|
F: FL 2001
Intermediate Foreign Language 1 |
3 |
|
PHIL Course
Philosophy Major Upper Division A-C course |
3 |
|
PHIL Course
Philosophy Major Upper Division A-C course |
3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete PHIL 3100.
- Complete Foreign Language 2001.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
F: FL 2002 OR FORL 2100, 2200, OR 2300
Intermediate Foreign Language 2 |
3 |
|
PHIL 3105 OR 3110
Medieval to Early Modern Philosophy or 18th-19th Century Philosophy |
3 |
|
PHIL 3120, 4150, OR 4160
American Pragmatism, Analytic Philosophy, or Symbolic Logic |
3 |
|
PHIL Course
Philosophy Major Upper Division A-C course |
3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete PHIL 3105 or 3110.
- Complete language requirement (FL 2002 OR FL 2001+FORL 2100/2200/2300).
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Additional Information:
- PHIL Major Upper Division A-C: in order to graduate, students must complete 5 courses in areas A-C, and must take at least one course from each area A, B, and C.
- Elective courses: at least 6 hours must be 3/4000 level.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
PHIL 4300
Senior Seminar |
3 |
|
PHIL 3140 OR 4100
Existentialism or Phenomenology |
3 |
|
PHIL Course
Philosophy Major Upper Division A-C course |
3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete senior seminar.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
| Course Name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
|
PHIL Course
Philosophy Major Upper Division A-C course |
3 |
|
PHIL Course
Philosophy Major Upper Division A-C course |
3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
| Minor/Elective | 3 |
Milestones:
- Complete degree.
- Earn 15 or more credit hours.
15 Fall Credit Hours + 15 Spring Credit Hours = 30 Credit Hours
Additional Information:
- PHIL Major Upper Division A-C: in order to graduate, students must complete 5 courses in areas A-C, and must take at least one course from each area A, B, and C.
- Elective courses: at least 6 hours must be 3/4000 level.
Crush Your Course
First Year:
- Complete ENGL 1101, ENGL 1102, and PHIL 2010.
- Get to know your Philosophy faculty mentor.
Middle Years:
- Complete the required 4 courses in a language other than English.
- Think about studying abroad to complete your language requirement.
- Complete PHIL 2020, 2030, 3100, and 3105/3110.
- Meet regularly with your Philosophy faculty mentor.
Last Year:
- Take Philosophy Senior Seminar.
- Present your research at the Senior Seminar Symposium.
- Wrap up your Philosophy major courses.
- Talk with your Philosophy faculty mentor about graduation requirements, job opportunities, and graduate school applications.
Find Your Place
First Year:
- Attend a meeting of the West Georgia Philosophical Society to meet other students interested in philosophy.
- Attend a meeting of the UWG Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl Team to meet other students and learn about Ethics Bowl.
Middle Years:
- Join West Georgia Philosophical Society.
- Join UWG’s Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl Team.
- Apply for membership in our chapter of Phi Sigma Tau, the national philosophy honors society.
Last Year:
- Run for office in West Georgia Philosophical Society or Phi Sigma Tau.
Broaden Your Perspectives
First Year:
- Check out the education abroad office.
Middle Years:
- Consider a study abroad program. Check out students’ stories of their experiences.
Last Year:
- Assess your cultural competency.
- Consider working abroad and research visa regulations.
- Explore practices of creating more inclusive careers.
Connect Off-Campus
First Year:
- Visit Wolves Vote to learn about the voting process and registration.
- Consider volunteering for a campaign or organization in your community.
Middle Years:
- Complete an internship in your field.
- Consider a summer or part-time job.
- Ask your department about networking opportunities with alumni.
Last Year:
- Ask for advice from professionals in your field of interest.
- Explore career shadowing opportunities.
Take Care of Yourself
First Year:
- Visit the Center for Integrative Wellness to find all the resources available to you!
- Visit Health Services.
- Get fit! Visit URec to see all your options.
- Visit the Center for Economic Education and Financial Literacy.
Middle Years:
- Take a fitness class, climb the rock wall, or join an intramural team.
- Consider whether counseling is right for you: take a mental health screening.
Last Year:
- Explore a farmer’s market for fresh produce.
- Develop a post-graduation exercise plan.
- Explore your loan repayment options and complete your exit counseling.
Pave Your Path
First Year:
- Complete a self-assessment to see what careers and majors are right for you.
- Visit Career Services.
- Create your profile on Handshake.
- Consider applying for an on-campus job.
Middle Years:
- Draft your resume and attend a resume blitz.
- Learn about how to network on social media and update your Handshake profile.
- Draft your personal statement.
- Visit the graduate school to find out about graduate programs and admission requirements.
Last Year:
- Request references from professors and supervisors.
- Draft your resume cover letter and personal statement and revise it with career services.
- Attend business fairs and career fairs at UWG and across the state.
- Attend an interview workshop.
- Apply for graduate programs.
Careers
Career Opportunities
This degree can help you get work as the following:
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