Social Science - Associate in Arts

Fall 2024

Catalog Description

An introduction to cultural analysis within and between cultural groups, both in the United States and throughout the world. Emphasis is on comparative theory and methodology. Recognizes the significance of globalization worldwide, its impact of cultures and treats culture as a dynamic entity. Prepares students for upper division majors in an array or subjects where cultural analysis is relevant including anthropology, geography, psychology, sociology, education, counseling, social welfare, global studies, peace studies, multicultural and gender studies.

Career Opportunities

n/a
TOP Code 2201.00 - Social Sciences, General
CIP Code 45.0101 - Social Sciences, General.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon the completion of the program the student should be able to:
  1. Students are expected to demonstrate critical understanding of the structure of, and connections between, cultural and social groups historically and in current conditions.
  2. Students are expected to develop the ability to employ conceptual frameworks of analysis to understand and evaluate social, cultural, economic, and/or political systems in the United States and abroad.

Freshman Year
9.0
3.0
ANTH 3
Social and Cultural Anthropology (Historical)
3.0
OR
GEO 2
Cultural Geography (Historical)
3.0
3.0
ECN 1
Principles of Microeconomics (Active)
3.0
OR
ECN 10
General Economics (Active)
3.0
3.0
PSYC C1000
Introduction to Psychology (Active)
3.0
OR
SOCI 1
Principles of Sociology (Active)
3.0
Sophomore Year
9.0
3.0
HIS 2
History of Western Civilization Since 1600 (Active)
3.0
OR
HIS 12
History of California (Active)
3.0
3.0
POSC 20
Comparative Politics (Historical)
3.0
OR
POSC 30
International Relations (Active)
3.0
3.0
SOCI 2
Social Problems (Active)
3.0
OR
HIS 49
U.S. Women's History Post-Reconstruction (Active)
3.0
General Education Courses
0.0
For specific General Education courses refer to catalog section on A. A. Graduation Requirements.
 
Unit Calculation
60.0
Major Requirements
18.0
General Education
28.0
Electives (Degree applicable units as needed)
14.0
Total: 60.0