Bachelor of Arts
The Humanities Program offers a highly individualized interdisciplinary plan of study which is focused on the liberal arts. Emphasis is placed on critical understanding and disciplined reflection. The program provides a strong liberal arts education that can serve as excellent preparation for all professions.
In consultation with the director, each student develops a personal course of study. Individual study plans are created by a judicious and focused selection of courses from the recognized humanities departments, with the possible addition of other selected courses. To enter the program, a student must have a grade point average of 2.5. From the time of entry, an overall grade point average of 2.75 must be maintained.
Required Courses
Academic programs vary in their requirements. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and the Academic Guidebook to review the Academic Planning Form pertinent to their program of study. In addition, students should review course descriptions regarding any prerequisites for required courses. Graduation requirements include a minimum of 120 credit hours, although some academic programs may require additional credits. Please refer to the Academic Resources section of the catalog for more information. Information regarding the new Core Curriculum, which takes effect with the Class of 2016, is available at http://www.providence.edu/academic-affairs/core-curriculum.
In addition to the undergraduate core degree requirements, the student must complete:
- Fine Arts: An additional three semester hours, consisting of any course chosen from a variety of approved and so designated fine arts courses.
- Foreign Language: Twelve semester hours, normally from one language.
- Humanities Electives: Each student selects 15 credits from the fields of art, classics, foreign language, history, literature, music, philosophy, theatre, and theology. Courses at the 200 level and above are preferred.
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