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, but not to a particular campus or major.<br><br>Philosophy courses provide the time and space to reflect on the fundamental questions of existence: what is the good life What is jus-tice What is my purpose In addition, Philosophy courses offer a unique set of skills (critical thinking, problem-solving, effective com-munication) in high demand in today's global, technological society. The Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree in Philosophy affords stu-dents the opportunity to develop such valuable knowledge and skills, while preparing them for a bachelor's degree in Philosophy.