Social Justice Studies: Gender Studies
Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) Women's Studies · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
The Associate in Arts in Social Justice Studies: Gender Studies for Transfer is designed for prospective California State University (CSU) transfer students who are preparing for careers in Women and Gender Studies and related fields. Completion of the Social Justice Studies: Gender Studies Transfer degree will provide a streamlined pathway for transfer to a CSU campus with a Women and Gender Studies or similar major. Examples of CSU majors include American Studies, Gender Studies, Liberal Studies w/ Option in Interdisciplinary Studies in Culture & Society, Sociology - Concentration in Race, Class, and Gender, Sociology with Inequalities and Diversity Option, Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies, and Women's Studies. Students should consult with a counselor to determine whether or not this degree is the best option for their transfer goals. General education requirements should be selected carefully based on the intended transfer institution; please see a counselor for details if you are pursuing transfer to the UC system.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Explain how gender identity intersects with nationality, race and ethnicity, religion, social and political class, and sexual orientation.
- Explain the relationship between women and globalization.
- Explain the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural contributions of women nationally and internationally.
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.
Social Justice Studies: Gender Studies (AA-T): Program Requirements
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: Select Three (9 Units) | ||
| SOC 3 | Introduction to Race and Ethnicity | 3 |
| WMST 1 | Introduction to Women’s Studies | 3 |
| WMST 2 | Global Perspective of Women | 3 |
| List A: Select Three Courses from at least Two of the Following Areas (9-10 Units) | ||
| Area 1: History or Government | - | |
| HIST 32 | U.S. Women's History | 3 |
| Area 2: Arts and Humanities | - | |
| ENG 32 | U.S. Women's Literature | 3 |
| PHIL 5 | Feminist Philosophy | 3 |
| RELS 3 | Introduction to Women's Spirituality | 3 |
| Area 3: Social Science | - | |
| HEA 3 | Women's Health | 3 |
| LGBT 1 | Introduction to LGBTQ Studies | 3 |
| PSYC 13 | Psychology of Women | 3 |
| SOC 11 | Sociology of Gender | 3 |
| Area 4: Quantitative Reasoning | - | |
| STAT C1000 | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
| Total Units for the Major | 18-19 | |
| 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. | 41-42 | |
| Total | 60 | |