Political Science

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Courses in political science help students understand the fundamentals of the American government on the local, state, and federal levels, comparative government, the role of political parties, and international relations. Students can explore current political events as an important component of the coursework and take the Honors Political Science course, which offers firsthand experience with political projects. Many political science majors work for elected officials or have careers as community organizers, lobbyists, non-profit leaders, pollsters, professors, and attorneys.

Students interested in Political Science should talk to their Academic Advisor about transfer guides and articulation agreements with Schoolcraft College. Students interested in studying Political Science at a 4-year university may be interested in completing the Associate of Arts, Associate of General Studies, or the Associate of Science degree at Schoolcraft College.

Degrees

Transfer Degrees

• Associate of Arts (AA) Degree 
• Associate of General Studies (AGS) Degree 
• Associate of Science (AS) Degree 

Courses

• POLS 105 - Survey of American Government
• POLS 109 - State and Local Government
• POLS 205 - Political Parties
• POLS 207 - Comparative Government
• POLS 209 - International Relations
• POLS 298 - Political Science Honors Studies

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