Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer (AA-T) Degree

The Associate in Arts-Transfer (AA-T) degree in Philosophy at Crafton Hills College is designed to meet the needs of students transferring to a California State University who intend to major in Philosophy or a related field of study.

Major/Program Requirements

Career and Academic Pathways

Required Core Courses:

PHIL 101 or PHIL 101H	Introduction to Philosophy	3.00
PHIL 110	Introduction to Logic	4.00

Required List A Course

PHIL 105 or PHIL 105H

Intro to Ethics: Contemporary Moral Problems

3.00

Required List B Courses:

PHIL 103 or PHIL 103H	Critical Thinking and Argumentation	4.00
RELIG 101 or RELIG 101H	Introduction to World Religions	3.00
	OR
RELIG 113	Introduction to Eastern Religions	3.00

Required List C Courses:

Students must complete three (3) additional units from the following courses

PHIL 107	Social and Political Philosophy	3.00
PHIL 109	Philosophy of Religion	3.00

Total Credit Hours: 20.00

Prospective transfer students should complete the general education and lower division requirements of the school to which they will be transferring (IGETC or CSUGE Breadth). See a counselor for details.  Information is also available at www.assist.org.

A student receiving a degree in this field will be able to:

• Demonstrate an ability to recognize, analyze, and evaluate philosophical theories and arguments using logical reasoning and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrate an ability to properly research philosophical ideas and information using credible sources to substantiate arguments and beliefs.
• Demonstrate an ability to write carefully constructed arguments and ideas, paying attention to language, logic, and subtleties of reasoning.
• Demonstrate an awareness and understanding of diverse beliefs, values, and perspectives.