*The Philosophy AA-T is a specialized transfer degree specific to the CSU system, and not all colleges and universities accept it. Consult your academic counselor before pursuing this option.
MOORPARK COLLEGE
Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer Degree (AA-T in Philosophy)
Revised July 16, 2013
Criteria A. Appropriateness to Mission
1. Statement of Program Goals and Objectives
Students who complete Philosophy courses for the Associate in Arts in Philosophy for transfer (AA-T in Philosophy) will apply major philosophical concepts to the complexities of the 21st century. Understanding philosophy will allow students to positively engage and contribute to society as informed citizens.
The Associate in Arts degree in Philosophy for Transfer (AA-T in Philosophy) was developed by our faculty and the goals are to provide an alternative path for students who wish to transfer to the California State University (CSU) campus in Philosophy, or similar major. In addition, the AA-T in Philosophy provides a seamlessly transferring process for students to a CSU as it aligns the common core of lower division courses required to transfer in Philosophy or a major deemed similar.
2. Catalog Description
The study of Philosophy invites students to carefully analyze and thoughtfully respond to the fundamental ideas and basic concerns present in the human experience. The goal is to examine ourselves, our culture, and our world and the persisting questions regarding human thought and action. Instruction in philosophy teaches, not what to think, but how to think. The program also develops skills in analytical and critical thinking and writing that are excellent preparation for professional and other careers.
The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for transfer (AA-T) is intended for students who plan to transfer and complete a bachelor's degree in Philosophy, or a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing the AA-T degree in Philosophy are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not necessarily to a particular CSU campus or major of their choice. Students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements as this AA-T in Philosophy may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a college or university that is not part of the CSU system.
To earn an Associate in Arts in Philosophy for transfer (AA-T in Philosophy) students must complete the following:
- 60 semester or 90 quarter CSU transferable semester units.
- Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA.
- Completion of 18-20 specified major units. All courses in the major must be completed with a grade of C or better (title 5 § 55063).
- Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE) or the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC for CSU) pattern.
Degree Program Requirements
REQUIRED CORE: Select and complete 2 courses (6 units), one from each option
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Option 1 - complete one course
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Units
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CSU GE
Area(s) |
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PHIL M09
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Introduction to Symbolic Logic
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3
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A3
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Option 2- complete one course |
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PHIL M01
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Introduction to Philosophy
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3
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C2
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PHIL M01H
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Honors: Introduction to Philosophy
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3
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C2
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PHIL M02
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Introduction to Ethics
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3
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C2
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PHIL M02H
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Honors: Introduction to Ethics
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3
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C2
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List A: Select and complete one course (3 units)
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Units
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CSU GE
Area(s) |
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PHIL M03
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Social and Political Philosophy
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3
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C2, D7
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PHIL M05
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Critical Thinking and Analytic Writing
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3
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A3
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PHIL M08
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Philosophy of Religion
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3
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C2
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PHIL M11
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World Religions: West
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3
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C2
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PHIL M12
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World Religions: East
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3
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C2
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PHIL M13
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The Classical Mind
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3
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C2
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PHIL M14
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The Modern Mind
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3
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C2
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Any course from REQUIRED CORE not already used |
List B: Select and complete 2 courses (6 units)
| Units | CSU GE Area(s) |
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Any course from LIST A not already used |
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HIST M01A
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Western Civilization I
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3
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C2, D6
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HIST M01B
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Western Civilization II
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3
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C2, D6
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List C: Select and complete 1 course (3-5 units)
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Any course from LIST A or B not already used |
Units
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CSU GE |
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OR
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Any course articulated as CSU GE Area C2 or IGETC Area 3B below |
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COMM M26
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Rhetoric of Popular Culture
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3
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C2
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ENGL M01B
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Literature: Critical Thinking & Comp
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3
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A3, C2
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ENGL M01BH
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Honors Lit: Critical Thinking & Comp
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3
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A3, C2
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ENGL M10A
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Creative Writing
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3
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C2
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ENGL M10B
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Advanced Creative Writing
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3
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C2
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ENGL M13A
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Major American Writers I
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3
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C2
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ENGL M13B
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Major American Writers II
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3
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C2
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ENGL M14
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Introduction to Poetry
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3
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C2
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ENGL M15A
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Survey of English Literature I
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3
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C2
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ENGL M15B
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Survey of English Literature II
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3
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C2
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ENGL M16
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Introduction to Fiction
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3
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C2
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ENGL M17
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Shakespeare
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3
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C2
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ENGL M20
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Study of Drama
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3
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C2
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ENGL M29A
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The Bible as Literature (Old Testament)
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3
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C2
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ENGL M29B
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The Bible as Literature (New Testament)
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3
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C2
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ENGL M30
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Masterpieces of World Literature I
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3
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C2
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ENGL M31
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Masterpieces of World Literature II
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3
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C2
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ENGL M40
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Children’s Literature
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3
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C2
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FILM M15
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Introduction to Documentary Film
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3
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C1, C2
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FILM M51
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Images of Women in Film
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3
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C1, C2
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FREN M01
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Elementary French I
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3
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C2
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FREN M02
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Elementary French II
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3
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C2
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GERM M01
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Elementary German I
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3
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C2
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GERM M02
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Elementary German II
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3
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C2
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HIST M01A
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Western Civilization I
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3
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C2, D6
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HIST M01B
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Western Civilization II
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3
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C2, D6
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HIST M15
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Asian Civilization I
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3
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C2, D6
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HIST M16
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Asian Civilization II
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3
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C2, D6
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HIST M20A
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World History I
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3
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C2, D6
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HIST M20B
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World History II
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3
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C2, D6
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HUM M07
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Humanities through the Arts
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3
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C2, C1
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HUM M10A
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Ethics, Culture and the Arts: The Roots of the Humanities
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3
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C2
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HUM M10B
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Ethics, Culture and the Arts: The Roots of the Modern World
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3
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C2
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ITAL M01
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Elementary Italian I
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4
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C2
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ITAL M02
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Elementary Italian II
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4
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C2
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JAPN M01
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Elementary Japanese I
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4
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C2
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JAPN M02
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Elementary Japanese II
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4
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C2
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SPAN M01
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Elementary Spanish I
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5
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C2
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SPAN M02
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Elementary Spanish II
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5
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C2
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SPAN M03
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Intermediate Spanish I
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5
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C2
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SPAN M04
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Intermediate Spanish II
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5
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C2
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| Total Units for the Major | 18-20 |
| General Education (IGETC for CSU or CSU GE) | 37-39 |
| Total Units that may be double-counted | 9-12 |
| Elective (CSU Transferable) Units | 12-15 |
| Total Degree | 60 |
3. Program Requirements – N/A for ADTs