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Humanities: Associate of Arts, concentration in Humanities


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The Humanities are classes which focus on the value of human existence. It is often said that the humanities help us make a life that is worth living. Classes in the Humanities emphasize critical thinking, values clarification, a global perspective and an appreciation of diversity. Courses in the Humanities are central to a well-rounded, well-considered educational program. The Humanities seeks to deepen wisdom by viewing knowledge as a whole rather than compartmentalized. It is the goal of the humanities to create and sustain lives that are personally satisfying and supportive of healthy communities.
 

Degree Requirements (Total Credit Hours 60)


Additional Communications (3 Hours)


            Select 1 course from the Additional Communication (11) Core 

Mathematics (3 Hours)


Select 1 course from the Mathematics (20) Core 

Natural Sciences (6 Hours)


Select 2 courses from the Natural Sciences (30) Core 

Humanities (3 Hours)


            Select 1 course from the Humanities (40) Core 

Additional Humanities (3 Hours)


            Select 1 course from Additional Humanities (41) Core 

Visual and Performing Arts (3 Hours)


            Select 1 course from the Visual and Performing Arts (50) Core 

History (6 Hours)


            Select 2 courses from the History (60) Core 

Government (6 Hours)


            Select 2 courses from the Government (70) Core 

Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 Hours)


Select 1 course from the Social and Behavioral Sciences (80) Core   

NOTES:


Courses from the Additional Requirements area may not be used to satisfy Core Curriculum requirements
# Courses not offered at Palo Alto College

CIP Code: 24.0103
Major Code: HUMN

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