Political Science, AA-T
About the Program
The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer degreeΒ prepares students to transfer to a four-year institution leading to a baccalaureate degree. Successful completion of the transfer degree in Political Science guarantees the student acceptance to a local California State University to pursue a baccalaureate degree and prepares students for law school, teaching, public relations, journalism, government service on the local, state and national levels, and private employment where government institutions are involved.
Learning Outcomes
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Political Science, AA-T
- Demonstrate critical thinking skills and formulate a thesis in a written and/or oral format.
- Demonstrate a basic knowledge of political institutions and processes of American government.
- Demonstrate how individuals by applying their political science skills can make a difference in their local communities.
Program Requirements
Total Credits 18.0
Political Science, AA-T (Total 18)
Complete all of the following
- POLSC1000 - American Government and Politics
- POLSC1000H - American Government and Politics - Honors
- POLT201 - Introduction to Comparative Politics
- POLT220 - International Politics
- POLT230 - Political Theory
- ANTH100 - Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
- ANTH100H - Honors Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
- ECON101 - Principles/Micro
- ECON102 - Principles/Macro
- HIST101 - World Civilizations to the 16th Century
- HIST101H - Honors World Civilizations to the 16th Century
- POLT221 - Women in American Politics
- SOC100 - Introduction to Sociology
- SOC100H - Honors Introduction to Sociology
Major requirements: (Total 3)
Complete the following number of credits: 3
Students are required to take the following (List A): (Total 9)
Complete all of the following
Select two (2) courses from the following (List B): (Total 6)
Complete the following number of credits: 6