Philosophy Degree + Certificate

The Philosophy programs at Contra Costa College are designed to help students develop important work and life skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, as well as explore fundamental questions like “how do I live a good life?”, “what is justice?”, and “who am I?” Guided by a commitment to multicultural philosophical education and the values of truth, integrity, diversity, and equity, these programs consist of courses that cultivate a “love of wisdom” (the literal meaning of philosophy) and empower students for holistic success- in the classroom, workplace, community, and beyond.

Associate in Arts Transfer Degree

Certificate of Achievement

Associate in Arts Transfer Degree Philosophy 18 Units

The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer (AA-T) degree is designed as a pathway for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in philosophy or similar major at a California State University (CSU) campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, though not to a particular campus or major.

Required Core Courses (6 units)

PHILO-130 – Logic & Critical Thinking 3

And either

PHILO-101 – Introduction to Philosophy 3

PHILO-120 – Introduction to Ethics 3

List A – select one (3 units)

PHILO-140 – History of Ancient Philosophy 3

PHILO-150 – History of Modern Philosophy 3

Or any Required Core course not already used

List B – select two (6 units)

HIST-140 – History of Western Civilization to the Renaissance 3

HIST-141 – History of Western Civilization Since the Renaissance 3

PHILO-180 – Introduction to Philosophy of Religion 3

Or any List A course not already used

List C – select one (3 units)

PHILO-160 – Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy 3

PHILO-200 – Environmental Ethics 3

Or any List A or List B course not already used

Please revise the Certificate of Achievement Philosophy as follows:

Required Core Courses (Total 9)

Take both of the following: (Total 6)

PHILO-101 – Introduction to Philosophy 3

PHILO-120 – Introduction to Ethics 3

And one of the following: (Total 3)

PHILO-129 – Introduction to Critical Thinking and Logic 3

PHILO-130 – Critical Thinking, Logic, and Composition 3

Elective Courses (Total 3)

PHILO-140 – History of Ancient Philosophy 3

PHILO-150 – History of Modern Philosophy 3

PHILO-160 – Introduction to Social and Political Philosophy 3

PHILO-180 – Introduction to Philosophy of Religion 3

PHILO-200 – Environmental Ethics 3

Certificate of Achievement Philosophy 12 Units

A certificate of achievement may be earned by completing all the courses required for this major with a grade of C or better.

Courses required for the certificate:

3 units PHILO-101 Introduction to Philosophy

3 units PHILO-120 Introduction to Ethics

3 units PHILO-130 Logic & Critical Thinking

and

3 units PHILO-140 History of Ancient Philosophy

3 units PHILO-150 History of Modern Philosophy