Humanities and Cultures, Associate in Arts
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| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Communications | ||
| ENGL 151 | English I | 3 |
| ENGL 152 | English II | 3 |
| COMM 154 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| Humanities | ||
| Humanities Gen. Ed. Requirement | 6 | |
| History | ||
| History Gen. Ed. Requirement | 6 | |
| Social Science | ||
| Social Science Gen. Ed. Requirement | 6 | |
| Math-Science-Technology | ||
| Mathematics Gen. Ed. Requirement | 3 | |
| Lab Science Gen. Ed. Requirement | 4 | |
| Technology Gen. Ed. Requirement 1 | 3 | |
| Diversity | ||
| Diversity Gen. Ed. Requirement | 3 | |
| Program Requirement | ||
| Any STSC - Student Success Seminar course 2 | 2 | |
| Concentration Requirement | ||
| To satisfy the Major concentration, students must earn 12 credits from the academic area of Humanities and Cultures. Course prefixes for the concentration are: ARTS, COMM, DANC, ENGL, FILM, HIST, HUMN, MUSC, PHIL, PHOT, RELG, THTR, or any foreign language. | 12 | |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Electives to meet 60 credits | 6 | |
| Total Credit Hours | 60 | |
- 1
Students may attempt to “test out” of the technology requirement. If they succeed, they must take an additional course in math or science from the List of Approved General Education Courses.
- 2
A variety of STSC -Student Success Seminar courses are available.
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Humanities and Cultures introduces students to the study of human thought, expression, and experience through humanities concentrations such as literature, philosophy, religion, world languages, and history. The degree develops critical thinking, communication, and cultural awareness while providing a strong foundation for transfer to four-year programs in humanities-related fields.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate an understanding of human thought, expression, and values through the study of the humanities.
- Read, interpret, and evaluate texts, artifacts, and cultural expressions using critical, historical, and theoretical approaches.
- Produce clear, well-organized, and well-supported written and oral communication appropriate to humanities disciplines.
- Recognize and analyze diverse cultural perspectives and traditions, demonstrating awareness of global and historical contexts.
- Examine moral, philosophical, and humanistic questions using reasoned argument and ethical reflection.
- Employ critical and creative thinking to form independent interpretations and arguments about human culture and meaning.
- Demonstrate foundational knowledge and skills that support transfer to baccalaureate programs in the humanities.