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OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2008-09 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2008-09 [Archived Catalog]

English—Pretheology Major (B.A.)


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Special curriculum; major code BA5233

Program Requirements


If you plan to enter a theological seminary or do graduate study in religion, it is recommended that you take a broad program, including the following (with suggested minimum quarter hours):

  • philosophy and world religions (12)
  • courses on the texts and history of religions (15)
  • English composition and literature, world literature (21)
  • history, including HIST 354, 356C, and 370 (15)
  • social sciences (21)
  • foreign languages (18)
  • natural sciences (9)
  • public speaking (3)

Arrange your program to meet the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree and the University General Education requirements. It is advisable to major in philosophy, English, or one of the social sciences. Check the entrance requirements of the theological seminaries, other religious educational institutions, or graduate schools of your choice and plan your curriculum accordingly. A pretheology major is also available from the Department of History or Philosophy.

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