A few go on to graduate school and become professional philosophers. Philosophy is an ideal major for those interested in law school or any of the professional schools. Because the skills of philosophical analysis can be applied widely, philosophy is always a complementary, second degree for any major, whether it is in the physical sciences, the social sciences, arts, or humanities. Introductory courses in symbolic logic, social philosophy, major problems of philosophy, and history of philosophy. Courses to develop writing skills, as well as language courses, especially Greek, French, or German.
Mathematics courses through calculus.
The history and philosophy of science studies the theories, methods, practices, adn institutions of science from historical and philosophical perspectives. Minimum UW GPA of 2.00. A minimum grade of 2.0 in each course and an overall minimum GPA of 2.50. A minimum grade of 2.0 in each class. At least 15 of the credits must be outside mathematics.