Philosophy
Philosophy
Philosophy investigates fundamental questions about knowledge, value, and existence. This program enables students to expand their ability to think critically and improve their skills in oral and written communication. Courses in the major equip students with the ability to read critically, anal yze arguments, and express complex ideas in oral and written work. Philosophy prepares students for a variety of professions such as teaching, law, writing, and jobs in rese arch, management, and technology. Completion of the Philosophy : Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) will prepare you to meet minimum lower division admission requirements (60 transferable units) for transfer to a California State University (CSU) or to the University of California (UC) system. For transfer to a UC, meet with a counselo r for additional requirements. The Philosophy program map below includes all of your major coursework and recommended general education courses by term that is needed to fulfill your degree and transfer requirements.
Philosophy - ADT (CSU and UC)
| Fall/Spring | Units |
|---|---|
| Philosophy 10/ 10H or Philosophy 12 | 3 |
| English 1A / 1AH | 4 |
| Biology 1/ 1H or 9 or Anthropology 1/ 1H and 1L | 4 |
| Philosophy 11 or 19 or 33 or 35 or 36 or Humanities 35 | 3 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| Art History 1 or 2 or 6 or Film Studies 1 or Music 19 | 3 |
| Fall/spring | Units |
|---|---|
| Philosophy 32 | 3 |
| History 6/ 6H or 7/ 7H or 14 or 15 or 28 or 29 or 44 | 3 |
| Math 12/ 12H or 25 | 4 |
| Philosophy 33 or 35 or 36 or Humanities 35 | 3 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| Humanities 4 or 5 or 10 or History 1 or 2 | 3 |
| Fall/spring | Units |
|---|---|
| Communication Studies 1/ 1H or 6 or 9/ 9H | 3 |
| Physics 10 or Astronomy 1A or Geology 1 or Geography 1/ 1H | 3 |
|
Philosophy 11 or 19 or 33 or 35 or 36 or Humanities 35 |
3 |
| Philosophy 14 or Ethnic Studies 13 | 3 |
| Intersession (Winter/Summer) | Units |
|---|---|
| Psychology 1 or 8 or Sociology 1 | 3 |
| Fall/spring | Units |
|---|---|
| POL 1/ 1H or 21 | 3 |
| Humanities 11 or 18 or History 1/ 1H or 2/ 2H | 3 |
| Health Science 1 or Psychology 9 or 10 or 33 | 3 |
| Philosophy 11 or 13 or 19 or 33 or 34 or 35 or 36 or Humanities 35 | 3 |
| *LOTE can be met with 2 years of the same language in high school (C or better grade) | 4-5 |
For alternative CSU/UC General Education options refer to the RCC Catalog, under Requirements for College Transfer.
Milestones
- Pass English 1A
- Pass College Level Math (Recomm. Math 12) by the end of year 1
- Pass laboratory science by the end of year 1
- Complete Phi 32 and Phi 10, Phi 11, or Phi 12
- Complete Entry Level Course
- Complete all remaining G.E. requirements
- Apply to Universities (CSU/UC application period Oct 1-Nov 30)
- Apply for ADT degree by beginning of spring term before transfer
- Complete RCC Graduation application (during your last term)
- Meet with your Counselor to Complete your Comprehensive Student Education Plan (SEP)
- Complete FAFSA (Oct 1st - Mar 2nd for priority)
- Meet with Faculty Advisor for career/research opportunities
- Meet with your Counselor to update SEP (every semester)
- Meet with your Counselor for pre-graduation check
- Research Potential Clubs on Campus
- Participate in Academic Support Activity
- Meet with Faculty Advisor for career opportunities
- Visit the Career Center for Internship opportunities
- Research transfer institutions
- Attend Transfer workshops and Transfer Fair
- Participate in an internship/ job shadowing
Careers for Philosophy Majors
Salaries Range : $62,500 - $118,160
- Marketing Research Analyst
- Writer
- Advertising Sales Agent
- Teacher
- Paralegal
- Lawyer
- Political Scientist