Political Science is a practical liberal arts major. Students who pursue the Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer (AA-T in Political Science) Degree will analyze politics and government at the local, state, national, and global levels. Students will also acquire substantive knowledge of American Politics, Political Theory, Comparative Politics, and International Relations. The study of Political Science provides students with the opportunity to explore how individuals can make a difference in their political communities. The Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer (AA-T in Political Science) Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Political Science at a California State University campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU System, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.
