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2024-2025 Catalog SVC 
    
2024-2025 Catalog SVC

Philosophy Emphasis, Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA


Overview


Philosophy is the “love of wisdom,” literally, but as a discipline of study it embraces a wide field of endeavors pursuing questions around human knowledge, behavior, and speculation about the subtler aspects of existence. Philosophy draws upon schools of thought and cultural practices from all around the world, for the past several millennia, for its broadest history and application, but embraces matters down to the present day and the concerns of modern people. The impact of philosophy on world culture, on religious movements, and on questions of daily functioning in society cannot be overstated. What does it mean to be human? What is the nature of knowledge, and how to we acquire it? What is the best form of political, economic, and governmental systems for optimum human well-being? Should there be limits on technological improvements and genetic engineering based on important shared cultural values, or should research and development in these areas proceed unfettered without regard for such objections? These questions, and many others, can be pursued in courses in the discipline of Philosophy.

Sample Career Options


Transfer and Degree Requirements


If you are considering a major in this emphasis by transferring to a four-year college or university in Washington state, the Sample Schedule is designed to provide you with faculty recommended courses to complete the requirements for your Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA degree. 

Your personal Educational Plan will vary based on many factors including:

  • The quarter you begin
  • How many classes/credits you can take in each quarter 
  • Your Math and English placement 
  • If you have credits you have already taken and plan to transfer them to SVC, visit the Enrollment Services  webpage
  • The college you are interested in transferring to
  • Other factors

To keep you on the best pathway, we encourage you to consult with the institution you want to transfer to as well as an SVC Academic Advisor, who will work with you to create a personalized Educational Plan and schedule that takes these factors into account.

For detailed information regarding the requirements that must be met to complete this degree, please review the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Agreement information and details here: 

Sample Schedule Option


This Sample Schedule is provided as a guide for a traditional full-time student whose goal is to earn the Associate of Arts Direct Transfer Agreement, AA-DTA with an interest in Philosophy. The courses are designed with the appropriate number of credits to meet degree requirements and are organized in a recommended sequence. Please consult an SVC advisor to schedule courses and develop a personalized educational plan.

First Year


1st Quarter


Total Credits: 14

Total Credits: 15

3rd Quarter


Total Credits: 15

Second Year


4th Quarter


Total Credits: 16

Total Credits: 15

6th Quarter


Total Credits: 15