Programs in the Culture and Society Field of Interest are focused on acquiring a deep understanding of humanity, society, and human expression. These programs foster critical and analytical thinking and create flexible problem solvers who are ready to tackle complex global issues.
Our Culture and Society programs are also designed for easy transfer to a four-year college, and our students are prepared for a broad range of careers, including marketing, post-secondary teaching, law, translation, government law agencies, and private and government research groups and think tanks.
If you are ready to find the Culture and Society program that is right for you, select the option below that meets your current goals.
Programs in this Field of Interest
- Anthropology
- Communication
- Creative Writing
- Economics
- English as a Second Language (ESL)
- English Literature
- Ethnic Studies
- History
- Humanities
- Information Studies and eSociety
- Journalism
- Languages
- Philosophy
- Religious Studies
- Sociology
- Sustaining and Advancing Indigenous Nations
- Women and Gender Studies
The Right Pathway for You
MCC offers Certificates of Completion, Associate Degrees and Transfer Degrees for this program. Your interests and goals will guide you in selecting the pathway that is ideal for you. You may find a combination of certificates, degrees or transfer options is the fastest way to realize your dreams.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges.
Certificates
The knowledge and skills acquired while earning a Certificate of Completion (CCL) can help launch you into a new career or energize your current job. Generally requiring fewer credit hours than degrees or transfer programs, a CCL may be your best first step into higher education.
| Name | Type | Title | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Certificate | AC | African-American Studies | Pathway Map |
| Certificate of Completion | CCL | Applied English Language Skills | Course List |
| Academic Certificate | AC | Communication Competence in the Workplace | Pathway Map |
| Academic Certificate | AC | Communication Skills for Non-Native English Speakers | Course List |
| Academic Certificate | AC | Creative Writing | Pathway Map |
| Academic Certificate | AC | Language Studies | Pathway Map |
| Academic Certificate | AC | Oral Communication Fluency for Non-Native English Speakers | Course List |
| Academic Certificate | AC | Spanish Language and Culture | Pathway Map |
| Academic Certificate | AC | Spanish Language and Culture | Pathway Map |
Associate Degrees
MCC’s associate degrees enhance your resume and prepare you to enter the workforce with an advantage. Whether you are interested in simply completing basic, required college courses or specializing in a specific area, there’s a degree for you.
| Name | Type | Title | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in American Indian Studies | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Anthropology | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Communication | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Economics | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in English (Creative Writing) | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in English (Literature) | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in History | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Humanities | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Information Studies and eSociety | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Journalism and New Media Studies | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Religious Studies | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Sociology | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Spanish | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Women and Gender Studies | Pathway Map |
| Associate in Applied Science | AAS | Journalism and New Media Studies | Course List |
| Associate in Applied Science | AAS | Public Relations | Pathway Map |
University Transfer Degree
Want to pursue a bachelor’s degree at a university? Save money by starting at MCC in manageable, small classes taught by renowned faculty. Our transfer pathways with Arizona universities help you achieve two goals: completing an associate’s degree while also staying on track to earn a bachelor’s degree at your transfer destination. MCC’s university partnerships throughout the nation assure your seamless transition toward a four-year degree.
| Name | Type | Title | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate in Arts | AA | Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Japanese | Pathway Map |
Other Options
Did you not find a program offered at MCC that meets your needs in this field of interest? View the Culture and Society programs offered at all of the Maricopa Community Colleges.