Political Science
Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) Political Science · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Las Positas College Political Science program offers courses that lead to an Associate in Arts in Political Science for Transfer Degree. Students will have guaranteed admission to a California State University (CSU) campus upon successful completion of the program requirements. Students should consult with a counselor to determine whether this degree is the best option for their transfer goals. General education requirements should be selected carefully based on the intended transfer institution
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Analyze and assess various types of sources in the discipline.
- Demonstrate an understanding of socioeconomic and/or political power disparities existing along the lines of identities such as race, class, gender, sexuality, legal status, and religion.
- Demonstrate understanding and application of theories and concepts in political science to contemporary political phenomenon.
- Research, synthesize, and argue a political thesis.
Completion Requirements
- Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC).
- A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.
- Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Associate Degrees for Transfer (ADT’s) also require that students must earn a "C" (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.
Political Science (AA-T): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: Select Three (9 Units) | ||
| POLS C1000 | American Government and Politics | 3 |
| POLI 20 | Comparative Government | 3 |
| POLI 25 | Introduction to Political Theory | 3 |
| POLI 30 | International Relations | 3 |
| List A: Select Two (6-7 Units) | ||
| Any course not selected from Required Core | 3 | |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| POLI 12 | Introduction to California State and Local Government | 3 |
| List B: Select One (3-4 Units) | ||
| Any course not selected from Required Core or List A | 3-4 | |
| HIST C1001 | United States History to 1877 | 3 |
| HIST C1002 | United States History since 1865 | 3 |
| SOC 5 | Introduction to Global Studies | 3 |
| Total Units for the Major | ||
| Additional General Education and Elective Units | ||
| See the Las Positas College California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) pattern for a listing of areas and courses. Double counting courses in GE and the major is permissible. The number of units that may be double counted will depend on the entry point to the degree program and the optional course(s) taken. Elective units must be CSU transferable. Consult with an adviser or a counselor to plan the courses necessary to achieve your academic goal. | 40-42 | |
| Total | 59-61 | |