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Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Humanities

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Field of Interest

Field of Interest: Culture and Society

The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Humanities degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to receive an education in the diverse field of humanities, including language, philosophy, religion, art, music, performance, and literature. Coursework in this program supports students in their development of a rigorous and interdisciplinary lens to investigate the artifacts of human experience including intellectual and creative expressions, as well as cultural ideas and values of the ancient and modern worlds. As such, students develop habits of mind, such as creative and critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity, that position them well for careers in a diverse array of fields and support lifelong learning. Graduates from humanities programs may pursue careers in education, law, creative and professional writing, marketing and international business, social media production and management, government, the nonprofit sector, arts administration, and the helping professions.

Details

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Field of Interest
Culture and Society
Type
Associate in Arts (AA)
Academic Plan
Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Humanities (DEG)
Academic Plan Code
8143
Total Credits Required
60-64
Catalog Year
2025-2026
Effective Term
Fall 2025
Notes

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

This emphasis is intended to align with the degree requirements for the following transfer partners:

ASU (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts) General Studies, BA

ASU (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Interdisciplinary Studies, BA

ASU (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), International Letters and Cultures, BA

Refer to the MCCCD University Transfer Partner website for more information: ASU .

What You’ll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

  1. Interpret the artifacts of human experiences from an interdisciplinary perspective informed by humanities disciplines.
  2. Compare artifacts of thought from a variety of perspectives in order to understand commonality and meaningful diversity in the human experience.
  3. Develop the habits of mind fostered by engagement with the humanities such as intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and an openness to diverse perspectives.
  4. Identify individual, social, global, and environmental responsibility through engagement with the humanities disciplines.
  5. Explain the relevance of the humanities to one`s personal and professional development.
  6. Utilize cultural resources to support lifelong learning and engagement with the community.
  7. Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Education Administrators for Elementary and Secondary Schools
$85,534
Judges, Magistrate Judges, and Magistrates
$87,680
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists
$71,962
Postsecondary Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers
$72,944
Postsecondary English Language and Literature Teachers
$72,944
Postsecondary Foreign Language and Literature Teachers
$72,944
Postsecondary Philosophy and Religion Teachers
$72,944
Religious Activities and Education Directors
$80,357
* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

  • Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
  • The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
  • Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
  • Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Full-time Sequence

Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.

A list of additional requirements for this pathway map
Awareness Areas
  • In addition to the requirements identified in the sequence below, students must complete the following awareness areas if not otherwise met by other program requirements:
    • Cultural [C] and
    • Global [G] or Historical [H]
  • Students are strongly encouraged to visit with an academic advisor to ensure completion of all graduation requirements.

Note: Because you are viewing this pathway map on a mobile device, some columns below have been hidden. To view all columns, please rotate your device or view this page on a device with a larger screen.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
HUM107 or
HUM108
Humanities Through the Arts or Contemporary Humanities HU or H, HU 3
ENG101 or
ENG107
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL FYC or FYC 3
MAT14+ College Mathematics 3–6
FYE101 or
FYE103
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success 1–3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
HUM250 Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance H, HU, L 3
CS Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application CS
ENG102 or
ENG108
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL FYC or FYC 3
CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking L 3
Elective General Elective 0–3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
Elective General Elective 0–3
HUM251 Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World H, HU, L 3
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences SB
SQ Natural Sciences Quantitative SQ

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences SB
COM100 or
COM110 or
COM225 or
COM230
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication SB or SB or L or SB 3
SQ or
SG
Natural Sciences Quantitative or Natural Sciences General SQ or SG
Elective General Elective

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.

A list of additional requirements for this pathway map
Awareness Areas
  • In addition to the requirements identified in the sequence below, students must complete the following awareness areas if not otherwise met by other program requirements:
    • Cultural [C] and
    • Global [G] or Historical [H]
  • Students are strongly encouraged to visit with an academic advisor to ensure completion of all graduation requirements.

Note: Because you are viewing this pathway map on a mobile device, some columns below have been hidden. To view all columns, please rotate your device or view this page on a device with a larger screen.

Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
HUM107 or
HUM108
Humanities Through the Arts or Contemporary Humanities HU or H, HU 3
ENG101 or
ENG107
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL FYC or FYC 3
MAT14+ College Mathematics 3–6
FYE101 or
FYE103
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success 1–3

Term 2

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
HUM250 Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Early Civilizations to the Renaissance H, HU, L 3
CS Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application CS
ENG102 First-Year Composition FYC 3
ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL FYC 3
CRE101 College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking L 3
Elective General Elective 0–3

Term 3

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
Elective General Elective 0–3
HUM251 Ideas and Values in the Humanities: Renaissance to the Contemporary World H, HU, L 3
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences SB
SQ Natural Sciences Quantitative SQ

Term 4

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Course Number Course Name Requisites Notes Area Credits
SB Social-Behavioral Sciences SB
COM100 or
COM110 or
COM225 or
COM230
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication SB or SB or L or SB 3
SQ or
SG
Natural Sciences Quantitative or Natural Sciences General SQ or SG
Elective General Elective 0–3

General Electives

Select additional courses 100-level or higher to complete a minimum of 60 semester credits but no more than a total of 64 semester credits. Consult with the Program Director or an Academic Advisor.

Students may be required to complete a language course at the elementary or intermediate level or demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment. Refer to the MCCCD University Transfer Partner website for more information about your transfer-specific world language requirement.

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Disclaimer

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.

Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.

At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet with an academic advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.

View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm10?id=16456310).

Previous Catalog Years

The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.

Previous catalog years for Associate in Arts (AA) in Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Humanities