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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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the philosophy of law, the historical development of the United States
Constitution
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accounting, writing, and economic analysis. Students may choose either a philosophy
track emphasizing the development of analytical techniques essential to the study of
philosophy and law, or a history track emphasizing the past as a process of change,
particularly as it has affected our nation’s system of law.
Upon the completion of the philosophy, history, and law major, students will be able to
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make appropriate use of scholarly literature relevant to the topic in defense of a
thesis
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sympathetically articulate the views of scholarly literature which present
arguments that run contrary to one’s own thesis
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write and speak in a clear and well-organized manner in defense of a thesis
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demonstrate an understanding and appreciation for the philosophy of law and
the law’s role in society
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demonstrate an understanding of the development of constitutional law in the
United States
Major Requirements
History Track
The following courses are required (13 units):
AC 221
EC 201 or EC 202
EH 208
HI 151
HI 152
HI 226
HI 300
HI 400
PL 241
PL 251 or PL 252
PL 275
two additional units in HI at the 300 level
Philosophy Track
The following courses are required (13 units):
AC 221
EC 201 or EC 202
EH 208
HI 151
HI 152
HI 226
PL 241
PL 251