Getting Started in the Major - Philosophy B.A.

Getting Started in the Major

Philosophy B.A. for Frosh

Frosh who intend to pursue this major should do the following things prior to the beginning of fall term...

Review the General Catalog, especially the sample academic plans and major qualification policy.
Students may consider enrolling in PHIL 9: Introduction to Logic, PHIL 11: Introduction to Philosophy or PHIL 22: Introduction to Ethical Theory during Summer Session.

...and should take these courses their first term:

Philosophy 11: Introduction to Philosophy or PHIL 22: Introduction to Ethical Theory may be taken in fall, but may also be taken in a future term or replaced with another introductory course.

Additional considerations when developing your first quarter enrollment plan can be found in the First Quarter Enrollment Advising Guide 2025-26.

Advisor Contact Information

Philosophy Advising

philadvi@ucsc.edu

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