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	2011-2012 Catalog and Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG] 																	 
	    Political Science, A.A. (Political Science)
				  
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				Political Science focuses on the study of political cultures and political institutions as a preparation for citizenship in the community, nation and world. 
Degree: Associate of Arts 
 
Emphasis: Political Science 			 
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		General Education Requirements (41 hours)
   Humanities and/or Fine Arts (9 hours)
 Approved Humanities General Education elective1,3 6 credits History (6 hours)
 Approved History General Education electives2 6 credits Behavioral/Social Sciences (6 hours)
   Mathematics (3 hours)
 Approved Mathematics General Education elective1,3  3 credits Natural Science (8 hours)
 Approved Natural Science w/Lab General Education electives1 8 credits Area of Emphasis Requirements (19 hours)
   Total Credit Hours 60
 1 General Education electives in each category must be chosen from approved courses listed in the General Education Program .  2 See senior institution for history requirements.  3 Students should consult a faculty advisor to determine appropriate course selections transferable to specific institutions. Note(s):
  - Students are required to meet computer competency during the first 30 hours of coursework. INFS 1010 satisfies the college’s computer science requirement.
  - High school deficiencies must be removed prior to graduation; Learning Support courses must be taken every semester until completed.
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