The Associate in Arts for Transfer in Philosophy 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 for upper division work toward a baccalaureate degree in philosophy.

Program Level Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

1. Describe the basic problems in philosophy and traditional approaches to the issues.
2. Employ critical thinking and analytic skills to better evaluate and understand arguments in many disciplines.
3. 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 Cal-GETC.

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 List Units

Course	Title	Units
Required Core		6
PHIL G115	Logic and Critical Thinking	3
or PHIL G125	Critical Reasoning and Writing
PHIL G100	Introduction to Philosophy	3
or PHIL G120	Ethics
PHIL G120	Ethics	3
List A
Select one of the following:		3
Any course from Required Core not already used
PHIL G102	History of Ancient Philosophy	3
PHIL G140	History of Modern 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
PHIL/PSCI G150	Political Theory	3
Major Total		18
GE Pattern (Cal-GETC)		34
Transferable Electives (as needed to reach 60 units)
Total Units		60