Philosophy

Double Major Study Plan: CHS

Sample Study Plan for double Major in Philosophy and Chinese Studies

China has a long and rich philosophical tradition, which provides not only a valuable resource on its own, but also a contrast for gaining a deeper understanding of Western philosophy. In a pluralistic world today, building a cross-cultural education basis is particularly important. GVSU is proud of our unique strength in Chinese philosophy. With a major in philosophy, one can take PHI 210 (Eastern Philosophy) and PHI 306 (Eastern Great Philosophers), and take some additional courses for a Chinese major. The table below is a sample study plan for earning the double major. Please consult with an advisor in both programs to make your own plan.

* These are credit hours that are not included in the major requirement.

Philosophy Major Students majoring in philosophy must complete a minimum of 30 hours in the department, including PHI 103, 495 and 4 of the 5 history of philosophy courses (311, 312, 313, 314, 315) and one course in non-Western philosophy.	Chinese Studies Major 33 semester hours (24 required, nine electives), with 6 of the 33 earned in studying abroad in mainland China or Taiwan
Year 1 (odd) Fall
PHI 101	CHI 101*
PHI 102
Winter
PHI 103	CHI 102*
Spring/Summer (study abroad in China), Fulfill Gen. Ed. Theme requirement
PHI 380 (comparative philosophy)	EAS 201
PHI 210
Year 2 (even) Fall
PHI 311	CHI 201*
PHI 306	PLS 283
Winter
PHI 312	CHI 202*
Year 3 (odd) Fall
PHI 313 or PHI 314	CHI 301
	HST 333
	HST 342
Winter
PHI 315	CHI 302
PHI 310
Year 4 (even) Fall
PHI 495	CHI 321
Winter
	CHS 495
	CHI 322
36 credits, 6 (PHI 210 and 306) can be counted toward CHS	27 credits, + 6 from PHI courses = 33