Philosophy
Associate in Arts for Transfer Philosophy · Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog
About the Program
Program Goal: Transfer
GE Pattern(s): Cal-GETC
Program Code: 40923.30AA-T
Students completing Associate Degrees for Transfer are guaranteed admission to the CSU system. Please see the beginning of the “Academic Programs” section for details.
Students choosing this major will study a range of philosophical subjects including logic, ethics, metaphysics, and epistemology. They will learn not what to think but how to think, developing skills in analytical and critical thinking and writing that are excellent preparation for professional and other careers, including law and management.
Program Learning Outcome(s): Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:
- Analyze and evaluate arguments from philosophical and non-philosophical sources.
- Identify philosophical principles and concepts as they developed in the history of philosophy.
- Discuss and evaluate claims and arguments from the main branches of philosophy, including logic, metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics.
- Formulate and defend philosophical positions in response to the diverse assumptions and viewpoints shaping human lives.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required courses: | 18 | |
| PHIL 2 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| PHIL 6 | Introduction to Logic and Critical Thinking | 3 |
| List A (Select one): | 3 | |
| PHIL 4 | Introduction to Ethics and the Good Life | 3 |
| PHIL 10 | History of Ancient Philosophy | 3 |
| List B (Select two or any course from List A not already used): | 6 | |
| PHIL 8 | Methods of Argument | 3 |
| PHIL 18 | Eastern Religions | 3 |
| List C (Select one or any course from List A or List B not already used): | 3 | |
| PHIL 16 | Western Religions | 3 |
| Any CSU transferable course that has been articulated to fulfill Cal-GETC Area 3B. | ||
| Total | 18 | |