Program Overview
Political science is the study of governments, public policies and political processes, systems, and political behavior. Political science subfields include political theory, political economy, policy studies and analysis, comparative politics, international relations, pre-law and a host of related fields. Political scientists use both humanistic and scientific perspectives and tools and a variety of methodological approaches to examine the process, systems, and political dynamics of all countries and regions of the world.
Requirements
Complete Core Courses, 9 units | Units | |
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POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 units |
POLS 150 | Introduction to Political Theory | 3 units |
POLS 170 | Introduction to Comparative Politics | 3 units |
POLS 130 | Introduction to International Relations | 3 units |
LIST A: Select two courses (6 units minimum) | Units | |
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STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 units |
POLS 103 | Critical Thinking and Political Analysis | 3 units |
POLS 310 | California State and Local Government | 3 units |
Completion of Cal-GETC (California General Education Transfer Curriculum)
Elective courses:
Additional CSU or UC transferable courses needed to meet the minimum 60 CSU transferable
unit requirement.
Please refer to Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) Requirements for more information.