Political Science

The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer degree (AA-T POSCI) is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer with junior status and priority admission to their local CSU campus to a program or major in Political Science or similar major for completion of a baccalaureate degree.

Students are required to complete:

• Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

(A) Cal-GETC Breadth Requirements.

(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

• Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students must earn a C (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
• No more than 60 semester units are required.

The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer degree (AA-T POSCI) will also assist Political Science major students to transfer to a U.C. or other baccalaureate institutions. Students are advised to consult with a counselor to verify transfer requirements.

Career Opportunities

Political Activist Public Administration Campaign Organizer Community Organizer

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1. Define the core concepts of political science (government, regime, state, institutions, sovereignty, constitution, democracy, authoritarianism, and globalization)
2. Identify, compare, and contrast the major theoretical perspectives in the discipline.
3. Interpret political science research through a working knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research designs
4. Discuss the constitutional, institutional, cultural and structures that produce and maintain political, social and ethnic inequalities.