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Philosophy AA


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Program Description

Philosophy poses some of the most pressing questions in our lives, such as:  What is reality?  How do I know what I know?  What is consciousness? What does it mean to live “the good life”?  Is life free or determined?   What is the meaning of life? 

While exploring these questions, students will become acquainted with various fields within the philosophic tradition - metaphysics or the philosophy of reality; epistemology or the philosophy of knowledge; axiology or the philosophies of ethics, aesthetics, society and politics, and of course logic - that human beings both ancient and modern have developed in their attempts to seek answers.

Successful philosophy majors acquire a foundation for critical thinking and effective communication in a variety of professional areas, from education and research to law, journalism, government, business, psychotherapy and counseling.  While careers in these fields most often require further, specialized training, graduates with philosophy degrees are adept problem-solvers capable of organizing complex information and reaching reasoned solutions.  These skills make them invaluable across professional fields.

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School of Liberal Arts & Communication
Metro Campus:  (918) 595-7064


Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful of this program you will be able to:

  • Distinguish the main fields and schools of thought in the history of philosophy.
  • Outline central philosophical concepts.
  • Apply philosophical concepts to issues in contemporary society.
  • Evaluate philosophical arguments.
  • Defend Philosophical positions.

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Degree Requirements

View a semester-by-semester course plan of study and information on transferring this degree to other colleges and universities on the Philosophy Degree Map.  

General Education Requirements Credit Hours: 30


(Humanities requirements are satisfied through specialized course requirements.)

Mathematics 3 hours


Science 7 hours


Recommended Electives 2 hours


Required Electives 3 hours


  • Select three (3) credit hours from courses in Fine Arts (Art, Music, Theatre), Foreign Language, Psychology, or Social Sciences.

Specialized Course Requirements Credit Hours: 30


Total Credit Hours: 60


Proficiency in a foreign language is recommended.
To receive an A.A. or A.S. Degree, students must demonstrate computer proficiency.

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