This major requires a world language at the 211-level or higher for graduation. Language requirements may be completed after matriculation to NC State or prior to transfer by completing:
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Language 111 (prerequisite)
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Language 112 (prerequisite)
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Language 211 (required for graduation)
Native or heritage speakers of a language other than English may receive a waiver for this requirement after transfer to NC State. Please consult the World Languages placement page for more information.
Students are encouraged to build the North Carolina Community College (NCCC) course recommendations below into the associate degree to best prepare for the intended university and major.
| Recommended NCCC Course |
Credit
Hours |
University Equivalent
|
Associate Degree
Requirement Fulfilled |
University Requirement Fulfilled |
|
ENG 111: Writing and Inquiry
|
3
|
ENG 1GEP: 100 Level English Composition
|
English Composition
|
Required for Admission to Univ.
|
|
ENG 112: Writing/Research in the Disc
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3
|
ENG 1GEP: 100 Level English Composition
|
English Composition
|
Required for Admission to Univ.
|
COM 120: Intro Interpersonal Com
OR
COM 231: Public Speaking
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts
|
Suggested Course
|
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PHI 215: Philosophical Issues
|
3
|
PHI 205: Introduction to Philosophy
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UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts
|
Suggested Course
|
ART 114: Art History Survey I
OR
ART 115: Art History Survey II or MUS 110: Music Appreciation or MUS 112: Introduction to Jazz
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Humanities/Fine Arts
|
Suggested Course
|
HIS 131: American History I
OR
HIS 132: American History II
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences
|
Suggested Course
|
POL 120: American Government
OR
PSY 150: General Psychology or SOC 210: Introduction to Sociology
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences
|
Suggested Course
|
SOC 210: Introduction to Sociology
OR
PSY 150: General Psychology or POL 120: American Government
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Social/Behavioral Sciences
|
Suggested Course
|
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Any CAA Social/Behavioral Science Course
(Approved Course Options)
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
Additional General Education Courses
|
Suggested Course
|
|
PHI 220: Western Philosophy I
|
3
|
PHI 300: Ancient Philosophy
|
Additional General Education Courses
|
Suggested Course
|
HIS 112: World Civilizations II
OR
HIS 121: Western Civilization II
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
Additional General Education Courses
|
Suggested Course
|
|
ENG 241: British Literature I
|
3
|
ENG 261: English Literature I
|
Additional General Education Courses
|
Suggested Course
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ANT 220: Cultural Anthropology
OR
ANT 230: Physical Anthropology or ANT 240: Archaeology
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
Elective/Pre-Major Courses
|
Suggested Course
|
ENG 231: American Literature I
OR
ENG 242: British Literature II
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
Elective/Pre-Major Courses
|
Suggested Course
|
In addition to major-specific course recommendations above, students should work with a community college advisor to select additional community college courses to fulfill the remaining associate degree requirements identified below.
| Recommended NCCC Course |
Credit
Hours |
University Equivalent
|
Associate Degree
Requirement Fulfilled |
University Requirement Fulfilled |
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
3
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Math
|
General Education
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
4
|
University Equivalencies
|
UGETC Natural Sciences
|
General Education
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
2
|
University Equivalencies
|
Additional General Education Courses
|
General Education, Elective
|
|
Student Choice/No Preference
(Approved Course Options)
|
8
|
University Equivalencies
|
Elective/Pre-Major Courses
|
General Education, Elective
|
|
ACA 122: College Transfer Success
|
1
|
TR ***: Elective
|
Academic Transition
|
Elective
|
The Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies offers a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Philosophy, and a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Philosophy, plus three concentrations. These different programs all cover basic core areas of philosophy that are essential to any good philosophy major, but they also allow students to pursue and showcase different areas of emphasis.
The NC State Department of Philosophy recommends the B.A. in philosophy to:
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students with strong interests in a foreign language, history or literature;
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students who would like to combine a major in philosophy with another major in the humanities or social sciences.
The B.A. in Philosophy offers a comprehensive degree with an option for 1 of 2 concentrations, all requiring in-depth major coursework and advanced electives. This transfer guide is designed to provide a foundation for all B.A. in Philosophy options by fulfilling College, prequisite and foundational requirements prior to transfer. For more information please visit the departmental website.
The B.A. in Philosophy with a Concentration in Ethics provides excellent preparation for top graduate programs in Philosophy as well as for professional training in fields as diverse as law, library science, management and medicine. Although the major does not train students for a particular career, it develops skills that are useful for work in any field that requires critical, constructive and independent thinking. Please view a detailed curricula plan prior to beginning this transfer guide.
Remaining Courses to be Taken at NC State are based on CAA eligibility and completion of all required and suggested courses in this transfer guide. Remaining courses, hours and time to degree may vary for each student.