BACHELOR OF ARTS (AB)

AB Philosophy Program
The AB Philosophy Program aims to develop:

1. The students’ critical and constructive attitude towards life through reading, discussions and reflections on philosophical issues;
   
   
2. The students’ critical thinking, particularly their capabilities of analyzing philosophical arguments and texts, constructing good arguments and presenting their arguments in a clear, logical manner both in written and oral form;
   
   
3. Among the students, a holistic but adequate understanding of the relevant philosophical concepts and issues; and
   
   
4. Among the students, a deep sense of appreciation of the beauty of reason and of the value of inquiry and their responsibility to think rationally and constructively in all situations.

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AB Political Science Program
The  AB Political Science Program aims to develop the students’:

1. Understanding of the important political concepts, issues and theories;
   
   
2. Strong sense of moral and social responsibility in contributing to the development of Philippine politics particularly in the promotion of peace and justice;
   
   
3. Deep appreciation of their national heritage and identity;
   
   
4. Critical thinking and analysis of the pressing political issues and their capability of effectively translating their ideas into words and actions; and
   
   
5. Verbal, analytic and quantitative skills in the conduct of social research.

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AB Psychology  Program
The AB Psychology Program aims to:

1. Develop among the students an in-depth understanding of the important concepts and various theories in Psychology;
   
   
2. Build the students’ research capabilities particularly their verbal, analytic and quantitative skills;
   
   
3. Develop their capabilities in the application of psychological theories in analyzing complex human behaviors and in dealing with actual situation; and
   
   
4. Foster among the students a sense of appreciation and understanding of the complex human behavior and of the different human personalities.

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AB LEPS Program
The AB LEPS Program aims to:

1. Develop the students’ leadership abilities, sense of accountability and responsibility in serving their fellowmen, community and country;
   
   
2. Prepare the students for careers in crime prevention, law enforcement, scientific crime detection and correctional administration; and
   
   
3. Encourage research and inquiry on the nature, causes, treatment or punishment of criminal behavior and how criminal justice agencies respond to crime, criminals and victims

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AB History Program
The AB History Program aims to develop the students’:

1. Understanding of the nation’s history and appreciation of the national heritage and identity;
   
   
2. Research capabilities particularly their skills in gathering, analyzing, interpreting and presenting historical data; and
   
   
3. Critical thinking and analysis of historical events.

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