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Political Science – Associate of Arts
Learn basic principles of domestic and international politics, including political institutions, processes; political ideas, ideologies and trends; and policy issues and debates. Complete this program exclusively on weekdays, or in a combination of day, evening, and weekend classes.
What can I do with this degree?
Career Options: Seek entry-level positions in political organizations, public service agencies, or a variety of career fields.
Academic Options: Pursue a political science degree program at a university. After completing a bachelor's degree, pursue graduate degrees in law, international business communications, political science, public administration, and management.
Locations: West and Downtown Campuses
Department/Contact Information: Division Dean: 206-6996, Lead Faculty: 206-6994
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Arizona General Education Curriculum Requirements (AGEC-A)
This section lists general education requirements that are not fulfilled by core or support courses.* Select a course to fulfill I requirement.** |
| Reading Requirement: complete this requirement before enrolling in general education courses |
| English Composition |
6 |
| Humanities and Fine Arts |
6-9 |
| Biological and Physical Sciences |
8 |
| Mathematics |
3 |
| Social and Behavioral Sciences: select a non-POS course |
3 |
| Other Requirements: second language courses may fulfill this requirement |
0-3 |
| Subtotal |
26-29 |
| Course # |
Course Title |
Credits |
| Required Core Courses |
| POS 100 |
Introduction to Politics |
3 |
| POS 201 |
American National Government and Politics |
3 |
| POS 202 |
Introduction to International Relations |
3 |
| POS 203 |
Introduction to Political Ideas |
3 |
| POS 204 |
Introduction to Comparative Politics |
3 |
| Subtotal |
15 |
| Required Support Courses |
| Second Language Requirement*** |
4-16 |
| Electives**** |
0-16 |
| Subtotal |
16-19 |
| Total |
60-64 |
* Other general education requirements are fulfilled by required core and support courses: Social and Behavioral Sciences - POS 100 and 201 fulfill 6 of 9 required credits.
**In the general education categories, select a course marked "I" (Intensive writing).
*** Completion of a language course numbered 202, fourth-semester level. Bilingual or international students should consult an advisor or counselor concerning exceptions to this requirement.
**** Complete 0-16 transferable credits from the transfer guide or any transferable courses to total at least 60 credits.
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