PA499 Independent Study In Philosophy
An Independent Study in Philosophy is offered exclusively to students pursuing an approved
Self-Designed Major in Philosophy, and is offered to fulfill the culminating work required of the
major. The topic and method of the Independent Study will be selected and carefully designed
by the student and faculty sponsor, and must meet with the approval of the Division Chair.
This topic should be of particular concern to the student, and should represent some question
arising out of his or her philosophical studies to that point. Format will generally follow the
model of a “Senior Thesis,” wherein students will meet regularly with a faculty advisor to discuss
readings and work in pursuit of the proposed thesis which, when completed, will be defended
orally. A “Proposal for Independent Study” form must be filled out, submitted and approved.
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