Political Science
Associate in Arts
Note: Courses listed on degree plan are suggested. Students should consult with their advisor concerning their unique transfer decisions.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Total Degree Credits | 60-61 | |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | ||
| Arts & Humanities 1 | ||
| HIST 103 | United States to 1877 | 3 |
| HIST 104 | United States Since 1877 | 3 |
| PHIL 210 | Ethics | 3 |
| Social & Behavioral Sciences | ||
| ECON 201 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| POLS 115 | American Government | 3 |
| Select one of the following recommended courses: | 3 | |
| Introduction to Criminal Justice | ||
| Principles of Macroeconomics | ||
| Introduction to Psychology | ||
| Introduction to Sociology | ||
| Written Communications | ||
| ENGL 110 | College Composition I | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| College Composition II | ||
| Introduction to Professional Writing | ||
| Oral Communications | ||
| COMM 110 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| Math, Science & Technology | ||
| Select one of the following recommended courses: | 3-4 | |
| College Algebra | ||
| Elementary Statistics | ||
| Select one of the following recommended Science with lab combinations: | 4-5 | |
| Concepts of Biology and Concepts of Biology Lab | ||
| General Biology I and General Biology I Lab | ||
| Anatomy and Physiology I and Anatomy and Physiology I Lab | ||
| Introductory Chemistry and Introductory Chemistry Lab | ||
| College Physics I and College Physics I Lab | ||
| Select from the following recommended courses: | 0-3 | |
| (Needed if 9 credits for Math, Science & Technology have not been met.) | ||
| Introduction to Computers 2 | ||
| Principles of Information Security 2 | ||
| Enrichment | ||
| Enrichment Course Matrix - may be fulfilled with applicable Arts & Humanities course | 2 | |
| Diversity | ||
| General Education Matrix - may be fulfilled with applicable Arts & Humanities course or Social & Behavioral Sciences course | ||
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Literacy Requirements | ||
| Select one of the following: | ||
| Introduction to Computers 2 | ||
| Principles of Information Security 2 | ||
BSC Approved Training Course | ||
NDUS Institution Approved Training Course | ||
NDUS Institution Designated Digital Literacy Course | ||
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Political Science Courses | ||
| The courses listed below are recommendations. Be sure to check with your anticipated transfer school in making your selections. | ||
| ECON 202 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| LEAD 280 | Leadership Strategies | 3 |
| PHIL 220 | Introduction to Logic | 3 |
| POLS 220 | International Politics | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Electives | ||
| Electives | 10 | |
| Total Credits | 10 | |
- 1
Proficiency in foreign language is required in some political science programs. If you are considering a transfer program that requires foreign language, it is recommended that you complete SPAN 101, SPAN 102, SPAN 201 and SPAN 202. If you are considering a transfer program that does not have this requirement, you may substitute other arts and humanities courses.
- 2
CSCI 101, CIS 147 or courses transferred in from another NDUS Institution that are listed as both general education and digital literacy may satisfy both requirements upon successful completion.