Political science is the study of the theory and practice of government and politics. Students of politics describe and analyze political systems and behavior. Baccalaure pdf
ate programs offer courses in areas such as public administration, public law, international relations, comparative politics, political behavior, political philosophy, and U. S. government. Students interested in political science as a transfer major are encouraged to complete the Associate of Arts degree prior to transfer. These course recommendations are intended for students who are undecided about a transfer school. Students who have selected a transfer school should consult the catalog of that school and an academic advisor for requirements appropriate to the first two years of study. College catalogs and transfer guides for many four-year colleges are available through Career Services.
POLITICAL SCIENCE
(Associate of Arts Degree)

COURSE
NUMBER
COURSE NAME
SEMESTER

1
2
3
4

GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Basic Skills (12 hours)
ENG2211 Composition I 3

MTH4420 College Algebra 3

ENG2212 Composition II 3

COM2711 Public Speaking 3

Computer Literacy (3 hours)
CAP1516 Computer Applications or Computer Literacy* 3

Humanities (9 hours) 3 Different Departments
Humanities Elective* 3

Humanities Elective* 3

Humanities Elective* 3

Social Sciences (9 hours) 3 Different Departments
PSY6711 General Psychology 3

SOC6811 Principles of Sociology 3

ANT6911 Cultural Anthropology 3

Laboratory Sciences (5 hours)
Laboratory Science Elective* 5

Health & Physical Education (1 hour)
Health & Physical Education Elective* 1

GENERAL EDUCATION HOURS 39 13
9
11
6

RECOMMENDED ELECTIVES

HIS6411 U.S. History to 1877 3

HIS6412 U.S. History since 1865 3

ECO6113 Principles of Macroeconomics 3

POL6611 American National Government 3

HIS6420 World History I 3

POL6612 State and Local Government 3

GEG6120 Principles of Geography 3

HIS6421 World History II 3

NCT0100

CAAP (Collegiate Assessment of Academic Proficiency)-Graduation Requirement