Political Science, AA
The study of political science is the systematic study of government, politics, and political behavior. It examines how a society governs itself at all levels and various ideas about how it should be governed in the future.
This is a sample transfer guide; consult with a counselor or pathway advisor to develop your degree plan.
Associate of Arts
Required Courses
| ENG 110 | College Writing I | 3 |
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| ENG 160 | College Writing & Research | 4 |
| ENG 111 | College Writing II: Literature | 3 |
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| COM 113 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 |
| ECO 201 | Macroeconomics | 3 |
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| ECO 202 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| HRY 102 | American History to 1877 | 3 |
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| HRY 103 | American History since 1865 | 3 |
| PHI 106 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
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| PHI 203 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| PSI 101 | American Government | 3 |
| PSI 102 | State & Local Government | 3 |
| PSI 201 | International Relations | 3 |
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| PSI 202 | Comparative Government | 3 |
| TRS 104 | First Year Experience | 3 |
| | Fine Arts | 3 |
| | Foreign Language | 8 |
| | Humanities | 3 |
| | Mathematics | 3 |
| | Other Cultures | 3 |
| | Science | 4 |
| | Wellness/Physical Education | 2 |
| | Elective Courses | 9 |
Total Credit Hours: 62
Transfer Notes: This degree is designed to be a transfer option for a bachelor’s degree with a political science major. Students often are allowed to choose a concentration area within the political science major, such as American public policy, public law, international and comparative politics, or secondary education. These majors appeal to students with career interests in politics and government, business, education, and law.