Political Science
A.A. Degree
Suggested Curriculum
This curriculum is designed for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in Political Science. The transfer program provides students with a broad background to examine all aspects of public life, and prepares them to be alert and well-informed participants in a wide variety of local, state, national, and international issues. Students are strongly encouraged to complete the Associate in Arts degree prior to transfer.
Students should meet with an advisor to discuss their transfer plans by calling (708) 709-3506.
I. General Education Core (37-38)
Area A: Communication (9 credits)
ENG 101 [C1 900] Composition I - with a grade of C or better (3)
ENG 102 [C1 901R] Composition II - with a grade of C or better (3)
COMM 101 [C2 900] Principles of Communication (3)
Area B: Humanities and Fine Arts (9 credits)
Select three courses from the list for Area B on pages 50-52 in the current course catalog, with at least one course from humanities and one course from fine arts.
Area C: Mathematics (3 credits)
Select one math course from:
MATH 112 [M1 904] General Education Mathematics (3)
MATH 115 [M1 902] General Education Statistics (3)
Area D: Physical and Life Sciences (7-8 credits)
Select one life science course and one physical science course from the list for Area B on pages 50-52 in the current course catalog. One course must have a lab component.
Area E: Social and Behavioral Sciences (9 credits)
Select three courses in at least two different disciplines from the list for Area E on pages 50-52 in the current course catalog.
II. Area of Concentration/Major Field (12)
POLSC 140 [PLS 911] Introduction to U.S. Government and Politics (3)
POLSC 152 [PLS 912] U.S., State and Local Government (3)
POLSC 230 [PLS 914] Introduction to Comparative Government (3)
POLSC 240 [PLS 915] Introduction to International Relations (3)
III. Electrives (12-13)
Select additional courses as recommended by the senior institution you plan to attend. Typical elective courses include, but are not limited to, economics, foreign language, geography, history, etc.
Required A.A. Degree Program Total: 62 credits
Foreign Language Requirements: Some universities have a foreign language requirement. Generally, four years of a single foreign language in high school or four semesters of language in college will fulfill this requirement. It is recommended that students complete the entire sequence at one institution.