2017-2018 College Catalog 
    
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2017-2018 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Philosophy Associate in Arts for Transfer


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The curriculum in the Philosophy program is designed to provide the transfer student an Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer degree by providing the necessary breadth in the field and the ability to complete both preparatory coursework for philosophy along with courses required for general education. Students who complete the Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer receive priority admission to the California State University system, though admission to a specific campus is not guaranteed. While an associate degree may support attempts to gain employment or promotion, a baccalaureate degree or higher degree is recommended for those considering professional careers, which can be achieved through transfer. Majoring in Philosophy is an excellent way of preparing for law school or preparing careers that involve facility in writing skills, reasoning, analysis, and information processing.

Please refer to Graduation Requirements  for more information on transfer degree requirements

REQUIRED CORE: Select two (6 units)


Group A: Select one of the following courses or any course from the REQUIRED CORED not already used (3 units)


  • PHIL 103 - HISTORY OF ANCIENT PHILOSOPHY 3 Units
  • PHIL 104 - HISTORY OF MODERN PHILOSOPHY 3 Units

GROUP B: Select two of the following courses or any course from GROUP A not already used (6 units)


GROUP C: Select the following course or any one course from GROUP A or B not already used (3 units)


Total Units for the Major 18


*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation, see course description.

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