Philosophy AA

Associate of Arts

Arts and Communication

This program helps students appreciate the role of ideas in shaping and evaluating the broad range of human experience from ancient to modern times. Classes focus on how great thinkers considered issues concerning ethics, human nature, religion, social change, knowledge, reality, and sound reasoning. Students learn to read critically, to think logically, to analyze and organize a wide variety of concepts, to research and evaluate sources, and to communicate clearly and effectively. Philosophy majors can apply their knowledge and skills to a wide range of professional fields such as business, advertising, media, law, health professions, and education. Completion of the following courses normally fulfills the first half of bachelor degree requirements in Philosophy. Course selections should be tailored to match requirements of the intended transfer institution.