Philosophy, B.A.
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Block II (8 credits), all of Block III (9 credits), and all of Block IV (9 credits). In addition, the student must take PHIL 450 from Block V (3 credits) and select one course from this list: 330 (taken a second time with different content), 400, 410, 420, 430, 440, and 445. Block I: Basic Philosophical Skills PHIL 210 Introduction to Logic Credit(s): 3. PHIL 220 Introduction to Philosophical Argument and Writing Credit(s): 3. Block II: Practical Wisdom PHIL 230 Introduction to Practical Wisdom Credit(s): 3. PHIL 231 Practical Wisdom Lab I Credit(s): 1. This course must be taken concurrently with 230. PHIL 330 Studies in Wisdom Traditions Credit(s): 3. PHIL 331 Practical Wisdom Lab II Credit(s): 1. Must be taken concurrently with 330. Block III: History of Philosophy PHIL 301 Greek and Roman Philosophy Credit(s): 3. PHIL 302 Medieval Philosophy Credit(s): 3. PHIL 303 Modern Philosophy Credit(s): 3. Block IV: Divisions of Philosophy PHIL 306 Philosophy of Religion Credit(s): 3. PHIL 307 Metaphysics and Epistemology Credit(s): 3. PHIL 308 Ethics Credit(s): 3. Block V: Capstone Work PHIL 400 Practical Wisdom: Texts Credit(s): 3. PHIL 410 Practical Wisdom: Thinkers Credit(s): 3. PHIL 420
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Philosophy, B.A. Mission The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy is to foster a community of Christian scholars apprenticed to Jesus in the pursuit of theoretical and practical wisdom. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, students will be able to: 1. Discuss, explain, and evaluate the key ideas and arguments in the history and main divisions of philosophy (ULO 1). 2. Employ the skills of philosophical reading, writing, and argument (ULO 1). 3. Apply insights from the world’s wisdom traditions to their practice of the teachings of Jesus (ULO 2 and 3). Degree Program A Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy is offered upon completion of the University baccalaureate and major requirements. Students who declare philosophy majors during their freshman year are expected to take PHIL 210, 220, 230, and 231 by the end of their sophomore year. Students who declare the major later are expected to take these courses during their first two semesters in the program. The Philosophy major may be taken as a liberal arts major, as pre- professional preparation for careers in such fields as law, education and the ministry, or as preparation for graduate study in philosophy. Upper-Division Course Restrictions All Philosophy majors must consult with their academic advisor each semester before registering for courses. No student who has taken one of the lower-division history of philosophy courses: PHIL 211 Introduction to Ancient Philosophy Credit(s): 3. PHIL 212 Introduction to Medieval Philosophy Credit(s): 3. PHIL 213 Introduction to Modern Philosophy Credit(s): 3. will be permitted to enroll in its corresponding upper-division
Theoretical Wisdom: History of Philosophy Theoretical Wisdom: Divisions of Philosophy Theoretical Wisdom: Philosophical Topics
Credit(s): 3.
PHIL 430
Credit(s): 3.
PHIL 440
Credit(s): 3.
Philosophical Argument and Writing
PHIL 445 PHIL 450
Credit(s): 1–3.
Senior Thesis
Credit(s): 3.
Oral Examinations All Philosophy majors must pass three oral exams before graduating. Each exam is a comprehensive, oral examination covering topics from all Biola philosophy courses completed in prior semesters. A study guide indicating topics and questions to prepare will be distributed at the beginning of the semester. Exams will take place at the end of the semester. Students are encouraged to work together to prepare. Prerequisites are at least nine credits of philosophy, either upper or lower division, or consent of the department chair.
number: PHIL 301 PHIL 302
Greek and Roman Philosophy
Credit(s): 3. Credit(s): 3.
Medieval Philosophy Modern Philosophy
PHIL 303 Credit(s): 3. Any student who falls into this category, and who is also a philosophy major, a philosophy minor, or a humanities major with a philosophy concentration—all of whom are required to take upper-division courses in the history of philosophy—will be asked to substitute another philosophy course for the history of philosophy course. Selection of an appropriate substitute will be Normally, only students who have completed a general education course in philosophy will be permitted to enroll in upper-division philosophy courses (300’s and 400’s). Exceptions to this policy may be permitted in special circumstances and will require the approval of the chair of the Philosophy Department. Prerequisites for any course in Block V (400, 410, 420, 430, 445, and 450) are completion of 210, 220, 230, and 231, and completion of at least 3 credits from 301, 302, or 303. Core Requirements The major comprises 38 credits beyond the general education requirement in philosophy, from coursework in the following five blocks. The student must take all of Block I (6 credits), all of made in consultation with the student’s advisor. Upper-Division Course Prerequisites
Physical Education, B.S. Mission
The mission of the Bachelor of Science in Physical Education is to facilitate Biblically-based learning about human movement and performance so that students are prepared to be competent and caring Christian professionals who work in the fields of teaching, coaching, exercise science, and allied health care, or who pursue advanced studies in related graduate programs. Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Science in Physical Education, students will be able to: 1. Gain a foundational knowledge of teaching strategies for K–12 students, and the appropriate application for physical education, recreation and sports ministry (ULO 1). 2. Gain foundational knowledge of health, nutrition and fitness and how to manage wellness for self and others (ULO 1).
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