Philosophy
Associate in Arts for Transfer Philosophy · Allan Hancock College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Award Type: Associate in Arts for Transfer
Philosophy is thinking critically and rationally about human problems of knowledge, existence, conduct, art, and religion. Students explore the great ideas of Western and Eastern heritage and encounter the fundamentals of almost all other disciplines. These include, but are not limited to, questions such as: What is reality? What is the nature of the self? Does God exist? What is good and just? What ought I to do? In addition, philosophy courses help students to develop good logical and critical reasoning skills, expose hidden preconceptions, encourage open debate and independent thought, and provide the opportunity to apply valuable insights gained to contemporary life. The Associate in Arts for Transfer in Philosophy will prepare students to move into the California State University (CSU) system to pursue a baccalaureate degree.
Associate Degree for Transfer Requirements
Completion of 60 semester units that are eligible for transfer to a California State University, including the following:
- Completion of the California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units in a major or area of emphasis as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of an overall minimum grade point average of 2.0.
- Minimum grade of C (or P grade if taken on a pass/no pass basis) for each course in the major.
The following Allan Hancock College graduation requirements will not be required: Health and Wellness, Multicultural Gender Studies and Allan Hancock College General Education.
The graduate of the Associate in Arts for Transfer in Philosophy will:
- Critically analyze and evaluate arguments regarding issues of metaphysics and epistemology.
- Critically analyze and evaluate arguments regarding issues of ethics and political philosophy.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| A major of 18 units is required for the degree. | ||
| Required core courses (15 units): | 15 | |
| PHIL 101 | Survey of Philosophy | 3 |
| PHIL 105 | Ethics | 3 |
| PHIL 112 | Logic | 3 |
| HUM 104 | Western Civilizations to 1650 | 3 |
| HUM 105 | Western Civilization Since 1650 | 3 |
| Select one course from the following (3 units): | 3 | |
| PHIL 114 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| PHIL 121 | Religions of the Modern World | 3 |
| PHIL 122 | Exploring Religious Issues | 3 |
| Electives | 11 | |
| Elective units required for Philosophy AA-T: 11 | ||
| General Education | 31 | |
| Complete the following: California - General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC): 34 units (All courses must be UC transferable) Double Counting: Total units that may be doubled counted for the major and general education requirements: 3 units. Complete additional CSU transferrable courses as needed to achieve 60 units required for the degree: 11 units. Visit myHancock and select the DegreeWorks icon to view Cal-GETC general education and transferable courses. | ||
| Total | 60 | |