Liberal Arts: Philosophy, Associate in Arts

Courses and Requirements

The associate in arts degree option in Philosophy offers students the opportunity to sharpen critical thinking and analytical skills useful whether students plan to transfer to a four year institution as a philosophy major or to branch out into law, education, public service, religion, or business. Philosophy exposes students to a wide range of ideas and viewpoints and improves their ability to reason and understand complex issues. A minimum of 62 credit hours required for graduation.

Starting in the fall of 2014, any student enrolled in an associate degree program who is new to NECC and has no academic history at the college, must take at least one course designated as intensive in each of NECC’s six core academic skills in order to graduate. In most cases, the program’s core required courses include these intensive courses. Plan to see an advisor for more complete information about this graduation requirement.

Elective:

Requirements:

Program Notes

Enrolling students need to develop strong critical thinking skills, an ability to read philosophical texts carefully, and effective communication skills.

Helpful Hints

Students are strongly recommended to consult with an advisor with transfer institutions when choosing electives in this program. Some of the electives are not offered every semester, so plan carefully with the guidance of your advisor. Before taking higher level (i.e. PHI2xx) courses, it is recommended to take and pass the Introduction to Philosophy course (PHI101).

Recommended Course Sequence Liberal Arts: Philosophy Associate Degree

Year 1

Fall

Spring

Year 2

Fall

Spring