OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2014-15
[Archived Catalog]
Philosophy—Prelaw Major (B.A.) |
Major code BA5244
College of Arts and Sciences
Philosophy Department
Ellis Hall 202
Athens, OH 45701
Phone: 740.593.4588
Fax: 740.593.4597
philosophy.department@ohio.edu
http://www.philosophy.ohiou.edu
Al Lent, contact person
Program Overview
The prelaw major in philosophy is for students whose major interest in philosophy is using it to help understand the logic and ethical assumptions behind the law. While providing a basic education in philosophy, the prelaw track allows a focus on the philosophy of law, social and political philosophy, and moral theory. Students with this sort of background are especially well suited for law school and the practice of law.
Admissions Information
Freshman/First-Year Admission
No requirements beyond University admission requirements.
Change of Program Policy
No selective or limited admission requirements.
External Transfer Admission
No requirements beyond University admission requirements.
Opportunities Upon Graduation
Excellent preparation for law school.
Requirements
Universitywide Graduation Requirements
To complete this program, students must meet all Universitywide graduation requirements .
Liberal Arts and Sciences Distribution Requirement
View the A&S - College Level Requirements (A&S CLR) .
Philosophy Prelaw Major Requirements
Complete 33 hours of PHIL coursework, as distributed in the seven components listed below.
Component 1: Fundamentals
Complete both of the following courses:
- PHIL 1010 - Fundamentals of Philosophy Credit Hours: 3
- PHIL 1300 - Introduction to Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Component 2: History of Philosophy
Complete one of the following courses:
- PHIL 3100 - History of Western Philosophy: Ancient Credit Hours: 3
- PHIL 3120 - History of Western Philosophy: Modern Credit Hours: 3
Component 4: Political Theory
Complete the following course:
- PHIL 2400 - Social and Political Philosophy Credit Hours: 3
Component 5: Upper Division Courses
Complete one of the following courses:
- PHIL 4400 - Contemporary Social Philosophy Credit Hours: 3
- PHIL 4420 - Philosophy of Law Credit Hours: 3
Component 6: Electives
Complete an additional 6 hours of PHIL courses at the 4000 level, not including PHIL 4901 and PHIL 4970.
Component 7: Senior Seminar
Complete the following course:
- PHIL 4901 - Senior Seminar Credit Hours: 3