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POLS 003: Introduction to Political Science

Course Description

Political Science 003 is an introduction to political theory. The course analyzes the ideological origins of nation-states from direct democracy to totalitarian forms of government. This course used to be POLI 003.

Units: 3

  • Credit - Degree Applicable
  • Transferable to both UC and CSU

Course Details

  • Grade Options: Letter Grade
  • In-Class Lecture Hours: 48 – 54
  • In-Class Lab Hours: 0

Requisites and Advisories

  • Prerequisites: None
  • Co-Requisites: None
  • Advisory: None

Transfer Details

  • CSU/UC: Transferable to both UC and CSU
  • WVC GE: Area A-4: Social & Behavioral Sciences
  • C-ID: POLS 150 - Introduction to Political Science
  • Cal-GETC GE: Area 4: Social and Behavioral Sciences