Degree Type: Associate of Arts Degree, AA
Pathway: Public Service & Social Sciences
More Options: Classroom Based, Remote Real-Time, Hyflex, Online, Hybrid
Program Length: 4 Semesters
Location: Centennial
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Studying political science will prepare students to find opportunities in numerous sectors including:
At PPSC, students will prepare to move on to a four-year institution to earn a bachelor's degree in political science.
Upon completion of the Political Science degree program, students should be able to:
ENG 1021 - English Composition I CO1 3 Credit Hour(s)
GT - One GT Pathways course (MA1)
prefer MAT 1260
GT - One GT Pathways History course (HI1)
ECO 2001 - Principles of Macroeconomics SS1 3 Credit Hour(s)
College Quantitative Literacy
Three (3) credit hours
GT - One GT Pathways course (MA1)
prefer MAT 1260
College Reading & Writing Literacy
Six (6) credit hours
ENG 1021 - English Composition I CO1 3 Credit Hour(s)
ENG 1022 - English Composition II CO2 3 Credit Hour(s)
or
ENG 1022 - English Composition II CO2 3 Credit Hours
ENG 2001 - English Composition III CO3 3 Credit Hour(s)
or
HIS 2765 - Writing About History CO3 3 Credit Hour(s)
Focuses on a survey of the discipline of political science, including political philosophy and ideology, democratic and non-democratic governments and processes, and international relations.
Includes the background of the U.S. Constitution; the philosophy of American government; general principles of the Constitution; federalism; and civil liberties. Examines public opinion and citizen participation; political parties, interest groups, and the electoral process; and the structure and functions of the national government.
Examines relationships among modern nation states. Topics include diplomacy, nationalism, ideologies, power and influence, conflict and cooperation, the role of non-state actors, the international economy, and theoretical attempts to understand international behavior.
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Political Science Faculty Contact
Advising Team
Rick (Donald) Foster