Philosophy, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer
Banner Code: 2_AAT_PHIL
Control Number: 32098
Financial Aid Eligible
The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer degree focuses on a critical analysis of philosophical history, ideas, and concepts as well the development of analytical, critical thinking, writing, and reading skills. Students choosing this major will study a range of philosophical subjects including metaphysics, epistemology, logic, and ethics. In addition, students will learn how to identify philosophical principles and concepts, critically analyze texts, and generate proper arguments. Completion of this major will provide students with a well-rounded understanding of Philosophy and equip them with the skills of a philosopher. Students will be prepared to enter a baccalaureate degree program in Philosophy.
Program Level Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Describe the basic problems in philosophy and traditional approaches to the issues.
- Employ critical thinking and analytic skills to better evaluate and understand arguments in many disciplines.
- Evaluate philosophical concepts as they pertain within and outside of the discipline and across cultures and belief systems.
Associate Degree for Transfer Graduation Requirements
Associate Degrees for Transfer require students to meet the following requirements:
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units of degree-applicable courses,
- Minimum overall grade point average of 2.0,
- Minimum grade of “C” (or “P”) for each course in the major, and
- Completion of IGETC and/or CSU GE-Breadth.
Students should consult a GWC counselor in order to select the best pathway to meet their educational goals. For students who intend to transfer, the choice of general education will be specific to both their major and transfer institution.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core | ||
| PHIL G115 | Logic and Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PHIL G100 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| or PHIL G120 | Ethics | |
| List A | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
Any course from Required Core not already used | ||
| PHIL G102 | History of Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
| List B | ||
| Select two of the following: | 6 | |
Any course from Required Core or List A not already used | ||
| PHIL G110 | Philosophy Of The East | 3 |
| PHIL G111 | Philosophy of Religion - Western | 3 |
| HIST G180 | Western Civilization 1 | 3 |
| HIST G185 | Western Civilization 2 | 3 |
| List C | ||
| Select any course from List A or List B not already used | 3 | |
| Major Total | 18 | |
| GE Pattern (CSU GE-Breadth or IGETC) | 37-39 | |
| Total units that may be double-counted | 12 | |
| Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 units) | 15-17 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
Recommended Program Sequence
These sequences are general course maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, completion of short-term certificates, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. However, this may not be an appropriate path for all students. The two-year sequence is based on English and Math placement and meeting other course prerequisites. Students are advised to meet with a GWC Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Year 1:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | ||
| PHIL G100 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| ENGL G100 | Freshman Composition ^ | 4 |
| Area C1: Arts course | 3 | |
| Area E: Lifelong Learning & Self-Development course | 3 | |
| Area A1: Oral Communication course | 3 | |
| Units | 16 | |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | ||
| PHIL G115 | Logic and Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PHIL G120 | Ethics | 3 |
| HIST G170 | History Of The United States To 1876 (Area D: Social & Behavioral Science course) | 3 |
| or HIST G175 | History of the United States Since 1876 | |
| Area B1: Physical Science course (with or without lab) * | 3-4 | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| MATH G100 | Liberal Arts Mathematics (UC or CSU transferable) | 3 |
| ECON G105 | Consumer and Financial Math (CSU transferable only) | 3 |
| Units | 15-16 | |
Year 2:
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 3 | ||
| PHIL G102 | History of Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
| Area B: Life Science course (with or without lab) * | 3-4 | |
| CSU Transferable elective coursework for a total of 3 units | 3 | |
| Area F: Ethnic Studies course | 3 | |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| PHIL G110 | Philosophy Of The East | 3 |
| PHIL G111 | Philosophy of Religion - Western | 3 |
| HIST G180 | Western Civilization 1 | 3 |
| HIST G185 | Western Civilization 2 | 3 |
| Units | 15-16 | |
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Semester 4 | ||
| PSCI G180 | American Government (Area D: Social & Behavioral Science course) | 3 |
| or PSCI G181 | American Government: The Politics of Race and Ethnicity | |
| Area D: Social & Behavioral Science course | 3 | |
| CSU Transferable elective coursework to reach a minimum of 60 units | 3-6 | |
| Select one of the following NOT already taken: | 3 | |
| PHIL G110 | Philosophy Of The East | 3 |
| PHIL G111 | Philosophy of Religion - Western | 3 |
| HIST G180 | Western Civilization 1 | 3 |
| HIST G185 | Western Civilization 2 | 3 |
| Units | 12-15 | |
| Total minimum units required | 60 | |
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Program sequence may not be recommended for students who self-place into ENGL G100S. Students should see a Counselor for appropriate advisement.
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Either B1 or B2 must include a lab.