Associate of Arts for Transfer in Philosophy in Huntington Beach United States | Golden West College

The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer degree emphasizes critical examination of philosophical traditions, theories, and frameworks while fostering analytical reasoning, critical evaluation, writing proficiency, and reading comprehension. Students pursuing this major will explore diverse philosophical areas such as metaphysics, epistemology, logical reasoning, and moral philosophy. Furthermore, students will acquire the ability to recognize philosophical fundamentals, perform textual analysis, and construct valid arguments. This program offers comprehensive philosophical knowledge and cultivates essential philosophical skills, preparing graduates for advanced study in Philosophy at the bachelor's degree level.
Program Level Learning Outcomes
Upon completing this program, students will demonstrate the ability to:
Outline fundamental philosophical questions and conventional methods for addressing them.
Apply critical analysis and logical reasoning to assess arguments across various academic fields.
Analyze philosophical ideas in relation to different disciplines, cultural contexts, and belief structures.