Not sure what classes to take in your first term at PSU? Use the registration guides below for suggestions, and if you need more help, schedule an advising appointment or call 503-725-3822.You can also access the registration guide made available in the online orientation (Your browser will need to be logged into your pdx.edu account to access them.).
GENERAL SUGGESTIONS:
- Full-time is 12 credits. Most courses are 4 credits, so three courses is typically considered full-time. You should also budget 2-3 hours per credit outside of class for homework and studying.
- Consider the times when courses are offered and how they fit in your personal schedule/preferences. If you are not a morning person, you may want to avoid 8 am courses. If you have school-aged children, how does that impact your choices?
- You can earn either a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) in Philosophy. Consider your future goals and whether having a language background will be helpful to you.
First-Year Students:
Helpful video: How to register for FRINQs & SINQs
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Transfers with 30-89 credits:
| For BA degree | For BS degree | Advisor Pro Tips |
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| UNST 2XX Sophomore Inquiry or HON 260 Honors Writing for Sophomore Transfers (4 credits) | UNST 2XX Sophomore Inquiry or HON 260 Honors Writing for Sophomore Transfers (4 credits) | Refer to descriptions on the websites linked and pick a theme that interests you. Leading Social Change, Healthy People/Places, and Global Perspectives are good UNST options. |
| Language course (4-5 credits) | MTH 105Z, STAT 243Z or a science course (4 credits) | Language: Take the course recommended by our Language Placement Advice.
Math: Take the math course recommended by the Math Placement Assessment. If you score below 46 or are not confident in your math, take UNST 199. |
| PHL 201 Intro to Philosophy OR PHL 210 Philosophy of Religion (4 credits) | PHL 201 Intro to Philosophy OR PHL 210 Philosophy of Religion (4 credits) | If you have not taken a PHL ethics course before, then take PHL 308U Elementary Ethics If you have taken ethics (at any level) before, then take PHL 301U Ancient Philosophy If you have already taken ethics and other PHL courses then take any 300 level PHL course except for PHL 324U |
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Transfers with 90 or more credits:
Review courses above, and take any courses that are not yet completed first. If you are transferring 135 or more credits, you do not need the Upper Division Cluster, and we strongly recommend meeting with your academic advisor to create a plan for your degree completion.
| For BA degree | For BS degree | Advisor Pro Tips |
|---|
| Upper Division Cluster course or HON 360 Honors Writing (4 credits) | Upper Division Cluster course or HON 360 Honors Writing (4 credits) | *If you are transferring 135 or more credits and are doing UNST, you only need Senior Capstone, but don't take it during your first term. Remember that your cluster courses cannot come from your major. If you are completing a minor, those courses will apply to the cluster. |
| Language course (4-5 credits) | MTH 105Z, STAT 243Z or a science course (4 credits) | Language: Take the course recommended by our Language Placement Advice.
Math: Take the math course recommended by the Math Placement Assessment. If you score below 46 or are not confident in your math, take UNST 199. |
| PHL 201 Intro to Philosophy OR PHL 210 Philosophy of Religion (4 credits) | PHL 201 Intro to Philosophy OR PHL 210 Philosophy of Religion (4 credits) | If you have not taken a PHL ethics course before, then take PHL 308U Elementary Ethics If you have taken ethics (at any level) before, then take PHL 301U Ancient Philosophy If you have already taken ethics and other PHL courses then take any 300 level PHL course except for PHL 324U |
Helpful video: How to search for Cluster courses
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