Political Science for Transfer, AA-T

Since exposure to other political systems and ideas is vital in this increasingly interdependent world, students of all interests and backgrounds will find political science courses relevant and of value. The political science curriculum includes both required and elective courses appropriate for a general liberal arts education and for the major in political science. The core course, American Government, meets the general education requirement in American Institutions and lays a broad analytical framework that may be employed in examining political issues. Other courses in the curriculum meet general education requirements in the social sciences. Most social, economic and moral issues have political implications; and governmental policy affects most aspects of daily life. Political science is an excellent liberal arts major for students interested in learning how groups of people govern themselves; how policies are made; and how we can improve our government policies at the local, state, national, and international levels. Those interested in American politics, international affairs, critical issues such as civil rights, health care, the environment and the deficit should consider this course of study.

Required Core (3 units):

PS 1 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT 3 Units
OR
PS 1H AMERICAN GOVERNMENT HONORS 3 Units

List A: Select three (9 units)

PS 4 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCE 3 Units
PS 5 POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY 3 Units
PS 12 COMPARATIVE POLITICS 3 Units
OR
PS 12H COMPARATIVE POLITICS HONORS 3 Units
PS 14 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 3 Units
OR
PS 14H INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS HONORS 3 Units
MATH 10 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS 3 Units
OR
PSYC 10 STATISTICAL METHODS IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES 3 Units
OR
PSYC 10H STATISTICAL METHODS IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES HONORS 3 Units

List B: Select two (6 units)

Any LIST A course not already used

PS 3 CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS 3 Units
PS 6 POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE MIDDLE EAST 3 Units
PS 7 THE POLITICS OF COMMUNIST AND POST-COMMUNIST STATES 3 Units
PS 17 LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT 3 Units
PS 21 MODEL UNITED NATIONS 3 Units
PS 41 THE HISTORY OF EAST ASIA SINCE 1800 3 Units
PS 167 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: POLITICAL SCIENCE 1 Unit
OR
PS 167 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: POLITICAL SCIENCE 2 Units
OR
PS 167 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: POLITICAL SCIENCE 3 Units
OR
PS 167 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: POLITICAL SCIENCE 4 Units

Total Units Required: 18-19

To earn the associate for transfer degree:

See Earning an Associate Degree for associate degree for transfer graduation requirements.

Guided Pathway

About This Roadmap:

Below is a suggested major roadmap from discipline experts. This roadmap, based on IVC’s 2018-2019 course catalog, will give you an idea of the suggested order of classes you need to take to complete this degree at IVC; however, please make sure to meet with an IVC counselor to personalize your My Academic Plan (MAP) and verify courses according to the catalog year appropriate to your enrollment. In addition, students who plan on transferring to a university should speak with a counselor to review courses needed, as major course requirements for transfer may be different from the suggested list.

About Guided Pathways:

Guided Pathways is a state- and nation-wide initiative to help students enter an area of study pathway, help them stay on their path, and provide them with the information and support they need to complete their academic goals in a timeframe tailored for them.

Course Lists:

List A (9 Units):
PS 4 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCE 3 Units
PS 5 POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY 3 Units
PS 12 COMPARATIVE POLITICS 3 Units
PS 12H COMPARATIVE POLITICS HONORS 3 Units
PS 14 INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 3 Units
PS 14H INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS HONORS 3 Units
MATH 10 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS 3 Units
PSYC 10 STATISTICAL METHODS IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES 3 Units
PSYC 10H STATISTICAL METHODS IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES HONORS 3 Units
List B (6 Units):
PS 3 CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS 3 Units
PS 6 POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT OF THE MIDDLE EAST 3 Units
PS 17 LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS AND GOVERNMENT 3 Units
PS 21 MODEL UNITED NATIONS 3 Units
PS 41 THE HISTORY OF EAST ASIA SINCE 1800 3 Units
PS 167 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: POLITICAL SCIENCE 1 Unit
PS 167 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: POLITICAL SCIENCE 2 Units
PS 167 COOPERATIVE WORK EXPERIENCE: POLITICAL SCIENCE 3 Units

Year 1, Fall Semester:

Complete the following courses in the fall semester of your first year of attendance:

PS 1 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT 3 Units
or 3 units from List A (above)

Year 1, Spring Semester:

Complete the following courses in the spring semester of your first year of attendance:

PS 1 AMERICAN GOVERNMENT 3 Units
or
PS 1H AMERICAN GOVERNMENT HONORS 3 Units
or 3 units from List A (above)
(PS 1 or 1H is a required course, and should be taken this semester if not taken in the prior semester. PS 1H is available in the spring only.)

Year 2, Fall Semester:

Complete the following courses in the fall semester of your second year of attendance:

3 Units from List A

3 Units from List B

Year 2, Spring Semester:

Complete the following courses in the spring semester of your second year of attendance: