Field of Interest
The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Philosophy provides focused training in critical thinking, critical reading, writing, reasoning, communication, and civic dialogue, all while developing an understanding of diverse world views. Students gain proficiency in foundational skills for future studies and work in Law, Social Sciences, the Humanities, and Public Policy. This degree prepares students for their bachelor degree transfer pathway and equips them with analytical skills highly valued by employers.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Culture and Society
- Type
- Associate in Arts (AA)
- Academic Plan
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy (DEG)
- Academic Plan Code
- 8135
- Total Credits Required
- 60-64
- Catalog Year
- 2023-2024
- Effective Term
- Fall 2022
- Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in each course in the program.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges to earn a degree with this emphasis.
Transfer Options
This pathway map can lead to multiple transfer options.
A list of available transfer options for the Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy program
| Transfer Partner |
Degree Type |
Transfer Program |
|
Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) |
Bachelor of Arts |
Philosophy (no emphasis) |
|
Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences) |
Bachelor of Arts |
Philosophy (Morality, Politics and Law) |
|
Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences) |
Bachelor of Arts |
Philosophy, Religion and Society |
|
Northern Arizona University |
Bachelor of Arts |
Philosophy (no emphasis) |
|
Northern Arizona University |
Bachelor of Arts |
Philosophy, Politics and Law |
|
University of Arizona |
Bachelor of Arts |
Philosophy (General Emphasis and Ethics Emphasis) |
|
Grand Canyon University |
Bachelor of Arts |
Christian Studies (Philosophy emphasis) |
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Demonstrate knowledge of the major questions, central methods, issues, figures, and arguments in the core areas of philosophy and its history.
- Critically examine the major questions, central methods, issues, figures, and arguments in the core areas of philosophy and its history.
- Employ the tools of formal (deductive) and informal (inductive) logic to identify, construct, analyze, evaluate, and respond to arguments.
- Critically evaluate questions of value (e.g., ethics, morality, aesthetics, religion, rationality) with clarity, balance, open-mindedness, and rational rigor.
- Compare and contrast texts and philosophical traditions.
- Apply philosophical concepts and theories to everyday life problems and other disciplines.
- Interpret texts incisively using philosophical methods.
- Clearly articulate ideas and arguments in writing and speech.
- Engage in self-reflection to examine deeply-held assumptions and to achieve greater self-understanding.
- Exhibit openness to alternative conceptual frameworks.
- 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.
Conduct hearings to recommend or make decisions on claims concerning government programs or other government-related matters. Determine liability, sanctions, or penalties, or recommend the acceptance or rejection of claims or settlements.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$49.99
Annual Median Wage
$103,999
Number of People Employed
154
4-Year Employment Growth
Decrease by -1.3%
Facilitate negotiation and conflict resolution through dialogue. Resolve conflicts outside of the court system by mutual consent of parties involved.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$28.75
Annual Median Wage
$59,813
Number of People Employed
147
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.6%
Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$52.51
Annual Median Wage
$109,228
Number of People Employed
3,852
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 12.3%
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$39.27
Annual Median Wage
$81,683
Annual Job Openings
1,999
Number of People Employed
17,208
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 16.0%
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to develop and implement solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Perform systems management and integration functions, improve existing computer systems, and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and schedule limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$47.57
Annual Median Wage
$98,950
Number of People Employed
9,702
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.9%
Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$29.89
Annual Median Wage
$62,179
Number of People Employed
6,159
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 8.8%
Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$38.89
Annual Median Wage
$80,892
Annual Job Openings
6,784
Number of People Employed
55,983
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 12.7%
Arbitrate, advise, adjudicate, or administer justice in a court of law. May sentence defendant in criminal cases according to government statutes or sentencing guidelines. May determine liability of defendant in civil cases. May perform wedding ceremonies.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$39.55
Annual Median Wage
$82,270
Number of People Employed
365
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 1.9%
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$47.85
Annual Median Wage
$99,539
Number of People Employed
10,944
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 15.1%
Develop, introduce, or enact laws and statutes at the local, tribal, state, or federal level. Includes only workers in elected positions.
Hourly Median Wage
$18.42
Annual Median Wage
$38,314
Number of People Employed
321
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.2%
Assist lawyers by investigating facts, preparing legal documents, or researching legal precedent. Conduct research to support a legal proceeding, to formulate a defense, or to initiate legal action.
Typical Education Level
an Associate degree
Hourly Median Wage
$28.53
Annual Median Wage
$59,345
Number of People Employed
6,225
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 15.8%
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$30.54
Annual Median Wage
$63,538
Annual Job Openings
2,472
Number of People Employed
23,439
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.2%
Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$22.25
Annual Median Wage
$46,287
Number of People Employed
682
4-Year Employment Growth
Decrease by -21.0%
Originate and prepare written material, such as scripts, stories, advertisements, and other material.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$21.51
Annual Median Wage
$44,748
Number of People Employed
1,928
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 15.2%
* 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 Pathway Planner 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.
Pathway Map Options
There are multiple options available for this pathway map.
These options vary depending on the available transfer institutions and what degrees you may be able to transfer into.
These pathway map options may share some common coursework. To explore what additional coursework may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below. The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.
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Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Philosophy
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Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy (no emphasis)
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Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy (Morality, Politics and Law)
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Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy, Religion and Society
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Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy (no emphasis)
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Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy, Politics and Law
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University of Arizona, Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy (General Emphasis and Ethics Emphasis)
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Grand Canyon University, Bachelor of Arts, Christian Studies (Philosophy emphasis)
The list of courses below has been updated
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]
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Students are strongly encouraged to visit with an academic advisor to ensure completion of all graduation requirements.
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A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| PHI101 |
Introduction to Philosophy |
|
Critical course
Gateway course
|
HU |
3 |
ENG101 or
ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL |
Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). |
|
FYC |
3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
FYE101 or
FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success |
|
|
|
1–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| REL100 |
World Religions |
|
|
G, HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
HIS100 or
HIS101 or
HIS103 or
HIS110 |
History of Western Civilization to Middle Ages or History of Western Civilization Middle Ages to 1789 or United States History to 1865 or World History to 1500 |
|
|
H, SB or H, HU, SB or H, HU, SB or G, H, HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| PHI105 |
Introduction to Ethics |
|
|
HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
ENG102 or
ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL |
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107. |
|
FYC |
3 |
| CRE101 |
College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor. |
OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment
|
L |
0–3 |
MAT140 or
MAT141 or
MAT142 or
MAT145 or
MAT146 |
College Mathematics or College Mathematics or College Mathematics or College Mathematics with Review or College Mathematics with Review |
Prerequisites: An appropriate District placement, or a grade of C or better in (MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), or (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or MAT085, or MAT09+, or MAT103 or MAT114 or MAT115. or Prerequisites: An appropriate District placement, or a grade of C or better in (MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), or (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or MAT085, or MAT09+, or MAT103, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+. or Prerequisites: An appropriate District placement, or a grade of C or better in (MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), or (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or MAT085, or MAT09+, or MAT103, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+. or No requisites or No requisites |
OR Any approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area
|
MA |
3–6 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
| PHI103 |
Introduction to Logic |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
|
HU, L |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
PHI103 or
PHI105 |
Introduction to Logic or Introduction to Ethics |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites |
|
HU, L or HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| PHI201 |
History of Ancient Philosophy |
|
|
H, HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| PHI105 |
Introduction to Ethics |
|
|
HU |
3 |
| MAT206 |
Elements of Statistics |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT14+, or MAT15+, or MAT187, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair. |
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| PHI103 |
Introduction to Logic |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
|
HU, L |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
Term 3
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
COM100 or
COM110 or
COM225 or
COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication |
No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites |
Recommend selecting a course that satisfies COM and SB or COM and L requirements simultaneously.
|
SB or L |
0–3 |
| SQ |
Natural Sciences Quantitative |
|
|
SQ |
4 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
May be met by COM263, ECN211, ECN212, HIS100, HIS101, HIS102, HIS103, HIS104, and/or PSY101 in Restricted Electives
|
SB |
3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
May be met by PHI103 in Restricted Electives. PHI103 Recommended
|
L |
3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
May be met by PHI103 unless used to meet Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
|
L |
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
May be met by PHI103 in Restricted Electives. PHI103 recommended.
|
L |
0–3 |
| Related Area |
Related Area Course |
|
Complete a course that transfers to ASU as a direct equivalent or departmental elective credit (DEC) in the following ASU prefixes: ENG, ETH, HST, IAP, IAS, PHI, REL, SPA, or WST.
|
|
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
| ECN211 |
Macroeconomic Principles |
|
|
SB |
3 |
HIS102 or
HIS104 or
HIS111 |
History of Western Civilization 1789 to Present or United States History 1865 to Present or World History 1500 to the Present |
|
|
G, H, HU, SB or H, SB or G, H, HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| PHI/REL244 |
Philosophy of Religion |
|
|
HU |
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| COM110 |
Interpersonal Communication |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| REL211 |
Introduction to the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) |
|
|
|
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
May be met by COM263, ECN211, ECN212, HIS100, HIS101, HIS102, HIS103, HIS104, and/or PSY101 in Restricted Electives
|
SB |
3 |
SQ or
SG |
Natural Sciences Quantitative or Natural Sciences General |
|
|
SQ or SG |
4 |
| HU |
Humanities, Fine Arts & Design |
|
May be met by HIS101, HIS102, HIS103, HIS110, HIS111, PHI103, PHI105, PHI201, REL100, or REL271 in Restricted Electives
PHI105 recommended. PHI103 recommended if not used to meet Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L]
|
HU |
3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
May be met by MAT206 in Restricted Electives
|
CS |
3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| HU |
Humanities, Fine Arts & Design |
|
May be met by PHI103 unless used to meet Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
|
HU |
0–3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| HU |
Humanities, Fine Arts & Design |
|
PHI105 recommended. PHI103 recommended if not used to meet Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L].
|
HU |
3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Related Area |
Related Area Course |
|
Complete a course that transfers to ASU as a direct equivalent or departmental elective credit (DEC) in the following ASU prefixes: ENG, ETH, HST, IAP, IAS, PHI, REL, SPA, or WST.
|
|
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| ECN212 |
Microeconomic Principles |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| POS285 |
Political Issues and Public Policy |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| PHI201 |
History of Ancient Philosophy |
|
|
H, HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| REL271 |
Introduction to the New Testament |
|
|
HU |
3 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
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]
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Students are strongly encouraged to visit with an academic advisor to ensure completion of all graduation requirements.
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A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
Term 1
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| PHI101 |
Introduction to Philosophy |
|
Critical course
Gateway course
|
HU |
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
May be met by COM263, ECN211, ECN212, HIS100, HIS101, HIS102, HIS103, HIS104, and/or PSY101 in Restricted Electives
|
SB |
3 |
FYE101 or
FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success |
|
|
|
1–3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
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|
SB |
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
Term 2
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
ENG101 or
ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL |
Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). |
|
FYC |
3 |
| HU |
Humanities, Fine Arts & Design |
|
May be met by HIS101, HIS102, HIS103, HIS110, HIS111, PHI103, PHI105, PHI201, REL100, or REL271 in Restricted Electives
PHI105 recommended. PHI103 recommended if not used to meet Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L]
|
HU |
3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| PHI103 |
Introduction to Logic |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
|
HU, L |
3 |
| HU |
Humanities, Fine Arts & Design |
|
May be met by PHI103 unless used to meet Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
|
HU |
0–3 |
| HU |
Humanities, Fine Arts & Design |
|
PHI105 recommended. PHI103 recommended if not used to meet Literacy and Critical Inquiry [L].
|
HU |
3 |
PHI103 or
PHI105 |
Introduction to Logic or Introduction to Ethics |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites |
|
HU, L or HU |
3 |
| PHI201 |
History of Ancient Philosophy |
|
|
H, HU |
3 |
| PHI105 |
Introduction to Ethics |
|
|
HU |
3 |
| PHI103 |
Introduction to Logic |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. |
|
HU, L |
3 |
| Elective |
Elective |
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|
|
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 3
Term 3
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
ENG102 or
ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL |
Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107. |
|
FYC |
3 |
MAT140 or
MAT141 or
MAT142 or
MAT145 or
MAT146 |
College Mathematics or College Mathematics or College Mathematics or College Mathematics with Review or College Mathematics with Review |
Prerequisites: An appropriate District placement, or a grade of C or better in (MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), or (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or MAT085, or MAT09+, or MAT103 or MAT114 or MAT115. or Prerequisites: An appropriate District placement, or a grade of C or better in (MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), or (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or MAT085, or MAT09+, or MAT103, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+. or Prerequisites: An appropriate District placement, or a grade of C or better in (MAT052, MAT053, and MAT055), or (MAT055, MAT056, and MAT057), or MAT085, or MAT09+, or MAT103, or MAT114, or MAT115, or MAT12+. or No requisites or No requisites |
OR Any approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area
|
MA |
3–6 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
HIS100 or
HIS101 or
HIS103 or
HIS110 |
History of Western Civilization to Middle Ages or History of Western Civilization Middle Ages to 1789 or United States History to 1865 or World History to 1500 |
|
|
H, SB or H, HU, SB or H, HU, SB or G, H, HU |
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
Term 4
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| CRE101 |
College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor). |
OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment
|
L |
0–3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
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If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| REL100 |
World Religions |
|
|
G, HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
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If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| MAT206 |
Elements of Statistics |
Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT14+, or MAT15+, or MAT187, or equivalent, or an appropriate District placement, or permission of Department/Division Chair. |
|
CS |
3 |
| PHI105 |
Introduction to Ethics |
|
|
HU |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 5
Term 5
Term 5
Term 5
Term 5
Term 5
Term 5
Term 5
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
May be met by COM263, ECN211, ECN212, HIS100, HIS101, HIS102, HIS103, HIS104, and/or PSY101 in Restricted Electives
|
SB |
3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| ECN211 |
Macroeconomic Principles |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| SB |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| REL211 |
Introduction to the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible) |
|
|
|
3 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 6
Term 6
Term 6
Term 6
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| SQ |
Natural Sciences Quantitative |
|
|
SQ |
4 |
COM100 or
COM110 or
COM225 or
COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication |
No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites |
Recommend selecting a course that satisfies COM and SB or COM and L requirements simultaneously.
|
SB or L |
0–3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Related Area |
Related Area Course |
|
Complete a course that transfers to ASU as a direct equivalent or departmental elective credit (DEC) in the following ASU prefixes: ENG, ETH, HST, IAP, IAS, PHI, REL, SPA, or WST.
|
|
3 |
HIS102 or
HIS104 or
HIS111 |
History of Western Civilization 1789 to Present or United States History 1865 to Present or World History 1500 to the Present |
|
|
G, H, HU, SB or H, SB or G, H, HU |
3 |
| COM110 |
Interpersonal Communication |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| REL271 |
Introduction to the New Testament |
|
|
HU |
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 7
Term 7
Term 7
Term 7
Term 7
Term 7
Term 7
Term 7
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
May be met by PHI103 in Restricted Electives. PHI103 Recommended
|
L |
3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
May be met by PHI103 unless used to meet Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU]
|
L |
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
|
|
3–5 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
May be met by PHI103 in Restricted Electives. PHI103 recommended.
|
L |
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| PHI201 |
History of Ancient Philosophy |
|
|
H, HU |
3 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
| L |
Literacy & Critical Inquiry |
|
PHI103 recommended
|
L |
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 8
Term 8
Term 8
Term 8
Term 8
Term 8
Term 8
Term 8
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
May be met by MAT206 in Restricted Electives
|
CS |
3 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level.
See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency
|
|
|
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
|
|
3–5 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Related Area |
Related Area Course |
|
Complete a course that transfers to ASU as a direct equivalent or departmental elective credit (DEC) in the following ASU prefixes: ENG, ETH, HST, IAP, IAS, PHI, REL, SPA, or WST.
|
|
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| ECN212 |
Microeconomic Principles |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
| Second Language |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level |
|
If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. Related Area Course recommended.
|
|
3–5 |
| Elective |
Elective |
|
|
|
3 |
| CS |
Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application |
|
|
CS |
3 |
A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 9
Term 9
Term 9
| Course Number |
Course Name |
Requisites |
Notes |
Area |
Credits |
SQ or
SG |
Natural Sciences Quantitative or Natural Sciences General |
|
|
SQ or SG |
4 |
| Transfer Option |
Transfer Option |
|
|
|
0–3 |
| POS285 |
Political Issues and Public Policy |
|
|
SB |
3 |
| PHI/REL244 |
Philosophy of Religion |
|
|
HU |
3 |
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Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- C = Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required 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.
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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 Philosophy
