Sample Study Plan for Major in Philosophy and Minor in East Asian Studies
East Asia 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 Eastern philosophy, particularly 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 an EAS minor. The table below is a sample study plan for earning the major together with the minor. Please consult with an advisor in both programs to make your own plan.
* These are credit hours that are not included in the minor requirement.
Philosophy Major |
EAS minor |
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30 credit hours, 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. |
21-22 credit hours: 4 credits of Chinese or Japanese language beyond 201 level, 9 credits of core courses (EAS 201, EAS 301, PHI 210), and 9 credits of electives. |
Year 1 (odd) Fall |
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PHI 101 |
CHI 101* |
PHI 102 |
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Winter |
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PHI 103 |
CHI 102* |
Year 2 (even) Fall |
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PHI 311 |
CHI 201* |
GPY 354 |
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Winter |
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PHI 312 |
CHI 202 (4 credits) |
Spring/Summer (study abroad in China) |
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PHI 210 |
EAS 201 |
Year 3 (odd) Fall |
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PHI 306 |
HST 342 |
PHI 313 or 314 |
PLS 283 |
Winter |
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PHI 315 |
EAS 301 |
PHI 310 |
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Year 4 (even) Fall |
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PHI 495 |
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33 credits, 3 can be counted toward EAS elective |
19 credits + 3 PHI credits = 22 |