Associate in Arts

Philosophy Concentration

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Department
Social Sciences/Behavioral Sciences and Human Services
Related Degree
Psychology Concentration

The Philosophy concentration provides an intense and focused program on thinking and writing about the most basic intellectual activities in the human experience, including a broad range of historical, religious, social and ethical considerations.

Students who are matriculated and place into developmental math and/or English are required to begin the course sequence in the first semester. Please see an advisor with questions.

Learn more about the program and apply at Associate in Arts - Philosophy

Requirements

First Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
COM103 or Humanities & Fine Arts  +
3
Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
15

Second Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Natural or Physical Science  +
4
Sub-Total Credits
16

Third Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Natural or Physical Science  +
3 - 4
Humanities & Fine Arts  +
3
Elective  +
3
Sub-Total Credits
15-16

Fourth Semester

Item #
 
Title
Credits
Humanities & Fine Arts  +
3
Elective  +
3
Elective (if needed)  +
2 - 3
Sub-Total Credits
14-15
Total Credits
60-61
Transfer Information

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Career Outlook

The Philosophy concentration provides a solid base from which a student could continue in a bachelor's program in any of the social sciences or liberal arts. The Philosophy concentration is also an excellent long-range preparation for graduate work in any area of specialization, particularly in law or in medical school.

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Note: The Associate in Arts degree does not indicate a specialized degree in a concentration. Students who complete this concentration will satisfy the requirements of MassTransfer. For additional information pertaining to degree requirements, please refer to Degree Requirements.