Program Information
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Course Sequence
The Associate in Arts (AA), Emphasis in Political Science degree provides the first two years of a four-year curriculum for students who wish to specialize in political science. With a bachelor`s degree, students may pursue a career as social science research assistants, city and regional planning aides, public relations specialists and managers, reporters, and social and community service managers. With a graduate degree, students may pursue employment opportunities in several careers, including political scientists, political science professors, and lawyers.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Behavioral Science and Human Services
- Type
- Associate in Arts (AA)
- Academic Plan
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Political Science (DEG)
- Academic Plan Code
- 8120
- Total Credits Required
- 60-64
- Catalog Year
- 2024-2025
- Effective Term
- Fall 2024
- Notes
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
Students at any Maricopa Community College may need to complete courses at more than one of our colleges to earn a degree with this emphasis.
What You’ll Learn
This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Develop and sustain a lifelong interest in local, national, and global civic engagement through active citizenship.
- Define, cite examples of, differentiate between, and critique basic political concepts, systems, and theories.
- Apply knowledge of politics by using the theoretical foundations and analytical tools of multiple sub-fields of political science.
- Appraise a situation, formulate an argument; collect, evaluate, and utilize evidence about key issues of public policy and politics.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills for a diverse, political world.
- Collaborate effectively and ethically with diverse individuals and institutions to achieve common goals.
- Apply relevant knowledge, skills, and habits of mind to seek career opportunities in the field.
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of this degree may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this degree. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Fundraising Managers
$118,329 Show expanded career information for Fundraising Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities to solicit and maintain funds for special projects or nonprofit organizations.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$56.88
Annual Median Wage
$118,329
Annual Job Openings
31
Number of People Employed
245
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 23.7 %
Lawyers
$130,899 Show expanded career information for Lawyers
Represent clients in criminal and civil litigation and other legal proceedings, draw up legal documents, or manage or advise clients on legal transactions. May specialize in a single area or may practice broadly in many areas of law.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$62.93
Annual Median Wage
$130,899
Annual Job Openings
594
Number of People Employed
9,004
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 12.5 %
Political Scientists
$98,544 Show expanded career information for Political Scientists
Study the origin, development, and operation of political systems. May study topics, such as public opinion, political decisionmaking, and ideology. May analyze the structure and operation of governments, as well as various political entities. May conduct public opinion surveys, analyze election results, or analyze public documents.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$47.37
Annual Median Wage
$98,544
Annual Job Openings
6
Number of People Employed
52
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 7.7 %
Postsecondary Political Science Teachers
$72,944 Show expanded career information for Postsecondary Political Science Teachers
Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Typical Education Level
a Doctoral degree or more
Hourly Median Wage
$35.06
Annual Median Wage
$72,944
Annual Job Openings
2,879
Number of People Employed
26,552
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 13.3 %
Public Relations Managers
$104,694 Show expanded career information for Public Relations Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities designed to create or maintain a favorable public image or raise issue awareness for their organization or client.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$50.33
Annual Median Wage
$104,694
Annual Job Openings
83
Number of People Employed
805
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 14.7 %
Public Relations Specialists
$64,304 Show expanded career information for Public Relations Specialists
Promote or create an intended public image for individuals, groups, or organizations. May write or select material for release to various communications media. May specialize in using social media.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$30.91
Annual Median Wage
$64,304
Annual Job Openings
435
Number of People Employed
4,128
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 11.1 %
Reporters and Journalists
$46,037 Show expanded career information for Reporters and Journalists
Narrate or write news stories, reviews, or commentary for print, broadcast, or other communications media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, or television. May collect and analyze information through interview, investigation, or observation.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$22.13
Annual Median Wage
$46,037
Annual Job Openings
75
Number of People Employed
662
4-Year Employment Growth
Decrease by -14.5 %
Social and Community Service Managers
$70,822 Show expanded career information for Social and Community Service Managers
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of a social service program or community outreach organization. Oversee the program or organization's budget and policies regarding participant involvement, program requirements, and benefits. Work may involve directing social workers, counselors, or probation officers.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$34.04
Annual Median Wage
$70,822
Annual Job Openings
272
Number of People Employed
2,170
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 19.7 %
Social Science Research Assistants
$50,874 Show expanded career information for Social Science Research Assistants
Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.
Typical Education Level
a Bachelor's degree
Hourly Median Wage
$24.45
Annual Median Wage
$50,874
Annual Job Openings
59
Number of People Employed
381
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 14.7 %
Urban and Regional Planners
$85,097 Show expanded career information for Urban and Regional Planners
Develop comprehensive plans and programs for use of land and physical facilities of jurisdictions, such as towns, cities, counties, and metropolitan areas.
Typical Education Level
a Master's or Professional degree
Hourly Median Wage
$40.91
Annual Median Wage
$85,097
Annual Job Openings
64
Number of People Employed
656
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 8.7 %
Course Sequence by Term
The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:
- Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
- The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
- Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
- Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.
Pathway Map Options
There are multiple options available for this pathway map. These options vary depending on the available transfer institutions and what degrees you may be able to transfer into.
These pathway map options may share some common coursework. To explore what additional coursework may be required, select your desired option from the list below. Once selected, the list of courses and any associated details will be automatically updated in the course sequence below. The differences between individual pathway map options may only be a few courses.
- Associate in Arts, Emphasis in Political Science
- Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Arizona State University (College of Integrative Sciences and Arts), Bachelor of Science, Political Science
- Arizona State University (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
- Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
- Arizona State University (New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences), Bachelor of Science, Political Science
- Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Science, Political Science
- Northern Arizona University, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
- University of Arizona, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science (any emphasis)
- Grand Canyon University, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, State and Local Public Policy Emphasis
- Grand Canyon University, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Legal Studies Emphasis
The list of courses below has been updated
Full-time Sequence
Full-time status is 12 credits to 18 credits per semester.
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Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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POS110 | American National Government | Critical course Gateway course | SB | 3 | |
ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).View requisites | Critical course Gateway course Critical Course | FYC or FYC | 3 |
MAT14+ | College Mathematics | MA | 3–6 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 | |||
POS285 | Political Issues and Public Policy | SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
SOC241 | Race and Ethnic Relations | C, SB | 3 | ||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
SOC241 | Race and Ethnic Relations | C, SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
POS130 | State and Local Government | SB | 3 |
Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2 Term 2
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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POS120 or POS140 |
International Relations or Comparative Government | G, SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | L | 0–3 | |
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Related Course | Related Area Course | Complete zero to twelve (0-12) credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
ASB211 or POS140 or SOC212 or SOC270 |
Women Across Cultures or Comparative Government or Gender and Society or The Sociology of Health and Illness | G, HU, SB or G, SB or C, SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
ASB211 or POS140 or SOC212 or SOC270 |
Women Across Cultures or Comparative Government or Gender and Society or The Sociology of Health and Illness | G, HU, SB or G, SB or C, SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
POS285 | Political Issues and Public Policy | SB | 3 |
Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3 Term 3
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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POS210 | Political Ideologies | SB | 3 | ||
COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Related Course | Related Area Course | Complete zero to twelve (0-12) credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 |
Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4 Term 4
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 |
Part-time Sequence
Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less.
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Term 1
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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POS110 | American National Government | Critical course Gateway course | SB | 3 | |
ENG101 or ENG107 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+). or Prerequisites: Writing test score or (C or better in ENG091 or ESL097or WAC101) or (B or better in ALT100) or (ALT100 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+) or (ESL202 & Corequisites: ENG101LL or ENG107LL or WAC101 or ENG100A+).View requisites | Critical course Gateway course Critical Course | FYC or FYC | 3 |
FYE101 or FYE103 |
Introduction to College, Career and Personal Success or Exploration of College, Career and Personal Success | 1–3 |
Term 2
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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ENG102 or ENG108 |
First-Year Composition or First-Year Composition for ESL | Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in ENG101. or Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG107.View requisites | FYC or FYC | 3 | |
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
CRE101 | College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG095 or RDG100 or RDG100LL or RDG111 or RDG112 or RDG113)] or a grade of B or better in ALT100 or an appropriate district placement or permission of Instructor.View requisites | L | 0–3 |
Term 3
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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POS120 or POS140 |
International Relations or Comparative Government | G, SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
MAT14+ | College Mathematics | MA | 3–6 |
Term 4
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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COM225 | Public Speaking | Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENG101, or ENG107, or equivalent.View requisites | L | 3 | |
CS | Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application | CS | 3 |
Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5 Term 5
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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POS210 | Political Ideologies | SB | 3 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
POS285 | Political Issues and Public Policy | SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
SOC241 | Race and Ethnic Relations | C, SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
SOC241 | Race and Ethnic Relations | C, SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 101 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
POS130 | State and Local Government | SB | 3 |
Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6 Term 6
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
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SQ | Natural Sciences Quantitative | SQ | 4 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Related Course | Related Area Course | Complete zero to twelve (0-12) credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
ASB211 or POS140 or SOC212 or SOC270 |
Women Across Cultures or Comparative Government or Gender and Society or The Sociology of Health and Illness | G, HU, SB or G, SB or C, SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
ASB211 or POS140 or SOC212 or SOC270 |
Women Across Cultures or Comparative Government or Gender and Society or The Sociology of Health and Illness | G, HU, SB or G, SB or C, SB or G, SB | 3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 102 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
POS285 | Political Issues and Public Policy | SB | 3 |
Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7 Term 7
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
SG or SQ |
Natural Sciences General or Natural Sciences Quantitative | SG or SQ | 4 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Related Course | Related Area Course | Complete zero to twelve (0-12) credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 201 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 |
Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8 Term 8
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
HU | Humanities, Fine Arts & Design | HU | 3 | ||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | See your program advisor to determine if your transfer option requires language proficiency | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete a course that transfer to ASU as a direct equivalency or departmental elective in the POS prefix. Recommended that students take POS120, POS130, or POS140 - select a course not completed for another requirement | 3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Second Language or Elective |
Second Language Requirement, 202 Level or Elective | Completion of second language courses at the intermediate level (202 or equivalent) OR demonstrate proficiency through this level as indicated by assessment is required for this university program. The second language requirement may be taken after transfer to avoid exceeding your program's maximum transferable credits (typically 64). | 0–5 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 |
Term 9 Term 9 Term 9 Term 9 Term 9 Term 9
Course Number | Course Name | Requisites | Notes | Area | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Transfer Option | Transfer Option | 0–3 | |||
Elective | Elective | 3 | |||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
Related Area | Related Area Course |
Complete zero to twelve (0-12) total credits of coursework that transfer to ASU as direct equivalencies or departmental electives in the following ASU course prefixes: AES, AFR, AIS, APA, ASB, ASM, COM, ECN, FAS, GCU, GPH, HST, JUS, MIS, PHI, PSY, REL, SGS, SOC, TCL, or WST. These courses may be used to fulfill any outstanding AGEC requirements simultaneously. |
0–3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Political Science | Political Science Elective | Complete zero to fifteen (0-15) credits of coursework that transfers to NAU as a POS direct equivalent or a POS departmental elective. | 0–3 | ||
Elective | Elective | 3 |
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Course Area Key
Gateway Course = Generally the first major-specific course in a pathway.
Critical Course = A course that is highly predictive of future success in a pathway.
- C = Cultural Diversity in the US
- CS = Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application
- FYC = First Year Composition
- G = Global Awareness
- H = Historical Awareness
- HU = Humanities, Fine Arts, and Design
- L = Literacy & Critical Inquiry
- MA = Mathematics
- SB = Social-Behavioral Sciences
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- SQ = Natural Sciences Quantitative
Disclaimer
Students must earn a grade of C or better for all courses required within the program.
Course Sequence total credits may differ from the program information located on the MCCCD curriculum website due to program and system design.
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, meet with an academic advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
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Previous Catalog Years
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