Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree in Philosophy
The Associate in Arts for Transfer degree in Philosophy prepares students for transfer while introducing them to central areas of philosophical study, including logic, ethics, the history of philosophy, social and political philosophy, religion, human nature, and literature.
To complete the major preparation for the degree, students complete 18 units of philosophy coursework. The degree includes one required logic course, one introductory philosophy or ethics course, and additional courses selected from the lists below.
Required Courses
Students must complete PHIL 116: Introduction to Logic.
Students must also complete one of the following courses:
- PHIL 111: Introduction to Philosophy
- PHIL 121: Introduction to Ethics
List A: Select 1 Course
Students select one course from the list below. A course already used to satisfy a requirement above may not be used again.
- PHIL 111: Introduction to Philosophy
- PHIL 121: Introduction to Ethics
- PHIL 140: History of Ancient Philosophy
- PHIL 141: History of Modern Philosophy
- PHIL 142: Contemporary Philosophical Movements
List B: Select 2 Courses
Students select two additional courses. Courses already used to satisfy earlier requirements may not be used again.
- Any course from List A not already used
- PHIL 122: Social and Political Philosophy
- PHIL 126: Philosophy of Religion
List C: Select 1 Course
Students select one additional course. Courses already used to satisfy earlier requirements may not be used again.
- Any course from List A or List B not already used
- PHIL 114: Asian Philosophies
- PHIL 125: Philosophy of Human Nature
- PHIL 250: Philosophy in Literature
Total major preparation: 18 units
Students should meet with a Palomar College counselor to confirm transfer requirements and create an educational plan that fits their goals.