Program Information
Learn more about the Religious Studies program.
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Course Sequence
Field of Interest
The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Religious Studies contains the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in religious studies. Students will learn about theology and world religions, as well as the historical significance and sociocultural contexts of people's faiths. With a bachelor's degree, students may pursue positions including human and social services assistant, director of religious or educational programs, museum technician, funeral attendant, tour guide, or clergy. With a graduate degree, students may pursue positions such as reporter, correspondent, social and community service manager, teacher, or college professors in areas such as religious studies or cultural studies.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Culture and Society
- Type
- Associate in Arts (AA)
- Academic Plan
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Religious Studies (DEG)
- Academic Plan Code
- 8138
- Total Credits Required
- 60-64
- Catalog Year
- 2025-2026
- Effective Term
- Fall 2024
- Notes
Program Notes wording correction to: Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges to earn a degree with this emphasis.
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Compare and contrast multiple religious traditions and the phenomena of religion across and within cultures.
- Apply a range of methodological and theoretical approaches to religious phenomena.
- Examine religious phenomena, including issues of ethical and social responsibility, from a perspective of critical inquiry and analysis of both the other and the self.
- Apply theoretical knowledge of religious phenomena to lived, practical contexts, both historical and current.
- Employ knowledge of religious phenomena and the skills of religious studies in the solving of complex problems, including those raised in the personal and social engagement of issues of life, death, love, sex, violence, suffering, and meaning.
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Clergy
$63,466 Show expanded career information for Clergy
Conduct religious worship and perform other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$30.51
Annual Median Wage
$63,466
Annual Job Openings
240
Number of People Employed
2,675
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 3.9 %
Funeral Attendants
$34,911 Show expanded career information for Funeral Attendants
Perform a variety of tasks during funeral, such as placing casket in parlor or chapel prior to service, arranging floral offerings or lights around casket, directing or escorting mourners, closing casket, and issuing and storing funeral equipment.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$16.78
Annual Median Wage
$34,911
Annual Job Openings
32
Number of People Employed
181
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 13.3 %
Museum Technicians and Conservators
$46,695 Show expanded career information for Museum Technicians and Conservators
Restore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collections for storage, research, or exhibit. May work with specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, or botanicals; or artifacts, textiles, or art. May identify and record objects or install and arrange them in exhibits. Includes book or document conservators.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$22.44
Annual Median Wage
$46,695
Annual Job Openings
17
Number of People Employed
108
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 19.4 %
Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
$46,263 Show expanded career information for Poets, Lyricists and Creative Writers
Create original written works, such as scripts, essays, prose, poetry or song lyrics, for publication or performance.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$22.24
Annual Median Wage
$46,263
Annual Job Openings
236
Number of People Employed
1,803
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 14.2 %
Postsecondary Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers
$72,944 Show expanded career information for Postsecondary Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers
Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$35.06
Annual Median Wage
$72,944
Annual Job Openings
2,879
Number of People Employed
26,552
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 13.3 %
Postsecondary Philosophy and Religion Teachers
$72,944 Show expanded career information for Postsecondary Philosophy and Religion Teachers
Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$35.06
Annual Median Wage
$72,944
Annual Job Openings
2,879
Number of People Employed
26,552
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 13.3 %
Religious Activities and Education Directors
$80,357 Show expanded career information for Religious Activities and Education Directors
Coordinate or design programs and conduct outreach to promote the religious education or activities of a denominational group. May provide counseling, guidance, and leadership relative to marital, health, financial, and religious problems.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$38.63
Annual Median Wage
$80,357
Annual Job Openings
100
Number of People Employed
1,007
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 2.3 %
Reporters and Journalists
$46,037 Show expanded career information for Reporters and Journalists
Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$22.13
Annual Median Wage
$46,037
Annual Job Openings
75
Number of People Employed
662
4-Year Employment Growth
Decrease by -14.5 %
Social and Community Service Managers
$70,822 Show expanded career information for Social and Community Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$34.04
Annual Median Wage
$70,822
Annual Job Openings
272
Number of People Employed
2,170
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 19.7 %
Social and Human Service Assistants
$39,409 Show expanded career information for Social and Human Service Assistants
Assist other social and human service providers in providing client services in a wide variety of fields, such as psychology, rehabilitation, or social work, including support for families. May assist clients in identifying and obtaining available benefits and social and community services. May assist social workers with developing, organizing, and conducting programs to prevent and resolve problems relevant to substance abuse, human relationships, rehabilitation, or dependent care.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$18.94
Annual Median Wage
$39,409
Annual Job Openings
680
Number of People Employed
4,310
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 22.9 %
Tour Guides and Escorts
$39,994 Show expanded career information for Tour Guides and Escorts
Escort individuals or groups on sightseeing tours or through places of interest, such as industrial establishments, public buildings, and art galleries.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$19.22
Annual Median Wage
$39,994
Annual Job Openings
206
Number of People Employed
940
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 2.6 %
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Pathway Map Options
There are multiple options available for this pathway map. These options vary depending on the available transfer institutions and what degrees you may be able to transfer into.
These pathway map options may share some common coursework. To explore what additional coursework may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below. The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Religious Studies
- Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Religious Studies (Religion, Culture, and Public Life), Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Religious Studies (Religion, Politics, and Global Affairs), Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- Northern Arizona University (NAU), Comparative Cultural Studies, Bachelor of Arts (BA)
- University of Arizona (UA), Religious Studies, Bachelor of Arts (BA)
The list of courses below has been updated
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Term 1 Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| REL100 | World Religions | Critical course Gateway course | G, HU | 3 | |
| ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Writing placement or (C/ better in ESL097 or WAC101) or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C/better in ESL097 or WAC101),or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 and Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).View requisites | Critical course | FYC or FYC | 3 |
| MAT14+ | College Mathematics | OR Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area | MA | 3–6 | |
| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 101 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 | ||
| FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 | |||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 |
Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor).View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
| SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | Select a pathway to see specific HU requirement | HU | 3 | |
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 102 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 | ||
| REL270 | Introduction to Christianity | HU | 3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 | ||
| REL225 | African-American Religions | C, HU | 3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 | ||
| HUM245 | Introduction to Holocaust Studies | Critical course | HU | 3 | |
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course that transfers to NAU as a REL direct equivalency or REL departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
| PHI/REL244 | Philosophy of Religion | Critical course | HU | 3 |
Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | Recommend selecting a course that satisfies COM and SB or COM and L requirements simultaneously. | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 |
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | Select a pathway to see specific L requirement | L | 3 | |
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 201 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 | ||
| REL207 | Ritual, Symbol, and Myth | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or permission of Department or Division.View requisites | Critical course | HU, L | 3 |
| REL205 | Religion and the Modern World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | Critical course | HU, L | 3 |
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course (except a course used to satisfy other requirements) from that transfers to NAU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following NAU course prefixes: ACM, ARH, CINE, LAS, HUM. Related area courses must be selected from two different prefixes. | 3 | ||
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | [L] May be met by a Related Area Course, COM225, or CRE101 | L | 0–3 | |
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course that transfers to NAU as a REL direct equivalency or REL departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
| AIS213/REL203 or REL151 or REL206 |
American Indian Religions or Religion in the Hispanic World or Religion in America | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites or No requisitesView requisites | C, HU, L or G, HU or HU | 3 | |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | [L] May be met by ASI213/REL203, COM225, or CRE101 | L | 0–3 |
Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| SQ or SG |
Natural Sciences Quantitative or Natural Sciences General | SQ or SG | 4 | ||
| SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 202 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course (except a course used to satisfy other requirements) from that transfers to NAU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following NAU course prefixes: ACM, ARH, CINE, LAS, HUM. Related area courses must be selected from two different prefixes. | 3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course that transfers to NAU as a REL direct equivalency or REL departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
| AIS213/REL203 or REL151 or REL206 |
American Indian Religions or Religion in the Hispanic World or Religion in America | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites or No requisitesView requisites | C, HU, L or G, HU or HU | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
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Term 1
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| REL100 | World Religions | Critical course Gateway course | G, HU | 3 | |
| ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Writing placement or (C/ better in ESL097 or WAC101) or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C/better in ESL097 or WAC101),or (B/better in ALT100) or (C in ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (C/better in ESL202 and Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).View requisites | Critical course | FYC or FYC | 3 |
| FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
| CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor).View requisites | OR Equivalent as indicated by assessment | L | 0–3 |
| HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | Select a pathway to see specific HU requirement | HU | 3 | |
| REL270 | Introduction to Christianity | HU | 3 | ||
| REL225 | African-American Religions | C, HU | 3 | ||
| HUM245 | Introduction to Holocaust Studies | Critical course | HU | 3 | |
| PHI/REL244 | Philosophy of Religion | Critical course | HU | 3 |
Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| MAT14+ | College Mathematics | OR Higher approved general education course in the Mathematical Applications [MA] area | MA | 3–6 | |
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course (except a course used to satisfy other requirements) from that transfers to NAU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following NAU course prefixes: ACM, ARH, CINE, LAS, HUM. Related area courses must be selected from two different prefixes. | 3 | ||
| AIS213/REL203 or REL151 or REL206 |
American Indian Religions or Religion in the Hispanic World or Religion in America | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites or No requisitesView requisites | C, HU, L or G, HU or HU | 3 |
Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
| SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Must transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following ASU course prefixes: AFR, AIS, AMS, APA, ARS, ASB, GCU, HST, JUS, PHI, SGS, SOC, WST | 0–3 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course that transfers to NAU as a REL direct equivalency or REL departmental elective. | 0–3 |
Term 5
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 101 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 | ||
| COM100 or COM110 or COM225 or COM230 |
Introduction to Human Communication or Interpersonal Communication or Public Speaking or Small Group Communication | No requisites or No requisites or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisitesView requisites | Recommend selecting a course that satisfies COM and SB or COM and L requirements simultaneously. | SB or SB or L or SB | 0–3 |
Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 102 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 | ||
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | Select a pathway to see specific L requirement | L | 3 | |
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| REL207 | Ritual, Symbol, and Myth | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or permission of Department or Division.View requisites | Critical course | HU, L | 3 |
| REL205 | Religion and the Modern World | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | Critical course | HU, L | 3 |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | [L] May be met by a Related Area Course, COM225, or CRE101 | L | 0–3 | |
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course (except a course used to satisfy other requirements) from that transfers to NAU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in one of the following NAU course prefixes: ACM, ARH, CINE, LAS, HUM. Related area courses must be selected from two different prefixes. | 3 | ||
| AIS213/REL203 or REL151 or REL206 |
American Indian Religions or Religion in the Hispanic World or Religion in America | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent. or No requisites or No requisitesView requisites | C, HU, L or G, HU or HU | 3 | |
| L | Literacy & Critical Inquiry | [L] May be met by ASI213/REL203, COM225, or CRE101 | L | 0–3 |
Term 7
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 201 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 |
Term 8 Term 8
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| SB | Social & Behavioral Sciences | SB | 3 | ||
| Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
| Second Language | Second Language Requirement, 202 Level | If proficient at this level, see your program advisor to select an elective. | 3–5 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course that transfers to NAU as a REL direct equivalency or REL departmental elective. | 0–3 |
Term 9 Term 9
| Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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| SQ or SG |
Natural Sciences Quantitative or Natural Sciences General | SQ or SG | 4 | ||
| Related Area | Related Area Course | Complete a course that transfers to NAU as a REL direct equivalency or REL departmental elective. | 0–3 |
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Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- C = Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
- SG = Natural Sciences General
- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet with an academic advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
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Previous Catalog Years
The pathway map presented above is for the current catalog year and is the intended pathway map for new students. All previous catalog years for this pathway map are available at the link below.