Political Science
AA-T Political Science · Victor Valley College · 2026-2027 Catalog
State Control Number: 33022
Program Code: POSC.CALGETC.AA-T
Program Length: 24 months
Approved for Federal Financial Aid: Yes
The importance of politics in everyday life has been gaining momentum. There is not one professional management career area that is exempt from politics and navigating the political world, such as working with government or grappling with local, national and international issues. Knowledge of policy processes and exposure to different political systems helps build the critical reading, writing and thinking skills necessary for success in any field. The Political Science curriculum adequately prepares students to transfer to a 4-year university to complete a Baccalaureate degree in political science, international relations, global studies, and public policy. The major requirements for the AA-T degree align with the Transfer Model Curriculum (TMC) for Political Science. Students should consult with a counselor to determine whether this degree is the best option for their transfer goals.
Requirements
To earn this degree complete the major coursework listed here with “C” grades or higher and the following graduation requirements:
- 60 CSU transferable units;
- the Cal-GETC pattern; and
- 2.0 minimum overall CSU GPA.
Courses used in the major may also be counted in the general education areas. Courses used for this major may also be used to earn other degrees at VVC.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: | 9.0 | |
| Select three courses. | ||
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | |
| POLS 114 | Introduction to Political Theory and Thought | |
| POLS 112 | Introduction to Comparative Government and Politics | |
| POLS 110 | Introduction to International Relations | |
| List A: | 6.0-7.0 | |
| Select two courses. Or any Required Core course not already used. | ||
| POLS 101 | Introduction to Political Science | |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | |
| POLS 103 | State and Local Government | |
| List B: | 3.0 | |
| Select one course. Or any Required Core or List A course not already used. | ||
| SOC 101 | Introduction to Sociology | |
| PADM 200 | Introduction to Public Administration | |
| GLST 102 | Global Problems/Issues | |
| POLS 113 | Politics of Middle East and North Africa | |
| POLS 206 | Introduction to Environmental Policy and Natural Resource Management | |
| Total Units | 18-19 | |
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