Associate of Arts - Philosophy - Transfer to a California State University

Laney College's Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer Degree is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer with junior status and priority admission to a local California State University campus to a program or major in Philosophy or similar major for completion of a baccalaureate degree.

The study of Philosophy is concerned with timeless questions arising from human experience. Philosophy examines human nature and the nature of reality, morality and epistemology. Courses in the Philosophy program examine the inherent assumptions, methodologies and the consequences of the physical and social sciences as well as the arts, history and religion. Philosophy courses offered at Laney College provide students with an opportunity to develop their critical thinking skills as well as improve their writing skills.

This general concentration forms an excellent basis for a broad liberal arts education and has been the chosen mode of preparation for successful careers in such diverse areas as university teaching, government, education, medicine, consulting, publishing, business, and finance.