Philosophy Emphasis, A.S.

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Brad Cliff • (901) 333-4115

Philosophy emphasizes critical thinking about fundamental human questions in the context of the history of thought. It encourages reflection on such concepts as truth, goodness, and beauty and their applicability in a changing world.

First Semester: 16 Credits

ENGL 1010 English Composition I (Gen. Ed.)
Mathematics 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
Humanities/Fine Arts 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
Elective 1 Credit Hour(s) ²
PHIL 1040 Introduction to Ethics (Gen. Ed.)

Second Semester: 15 Credits

ENGL 1020 English Composition II (Gen. Ed.)
COMM 2025 Fundamentals of Communication (Gen. Ed.)
Social/Behavioral Sciences 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
PHIL 1030 Introduction to Philosophy (Gen. Ed.)
SOCI 1040 Social Problems (Gen. Ed.)

Third Semester: 13 Credits

Literature 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
Natural Sciences 4 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
History 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
PHIL 2030 Values in the Modern World

Fourth Semester: 16 Credits

History 3 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
Natural Sciences 4 Credit Hour(s) (Gen. Ed.) ¹
Elective 3 Credit Hour(s) ²
Elective 3 Credit Hour(s) ²
Elective 3 Credit Hour(s) ²

Total Program Credits: 60

Contact Brad Cliff, (901) 333-5195, for college-parallel area of emphasis advising and transfer information. Students should check course recommendations with the college or university to which they intend to transfer for a baccalaureate degree. The receiving institution always makes the final decision about transferability of credits.

¹Review General Education pages and/or consult advisor for correct selection.

²Suggested Electives (See below)

Suggested Electives:

The following suggested courses are helpful in this area of emphasis; however, students may choose other courses in consultation with their advisors.