The Philosophy programs at Contra Costa College are designed to help students develop important work and life skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication, as well as explore fundamental questions like how do I live a good life, what is justice, and who am I Guided by a commitment to multicultural philosophical education and the values of truth, integrity, diversity, and equity, these programs consist of courses that cultivate a love of wisdom (the literal meaning of philosophy) and empower students for holistic success- in the classroom, workplace, community, and beyond. The Associate in Arts in Philosophy for Transfer (AA-T) degree is designed as a pathway for students who plan to complete a bachelor's degree in philosophy or similar major at a California State University (CSU) campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, though not to a particular campus or major.