Political Science

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Political science is for those interested in learning about and working in the complex world of politics. Political science is a liberal arts discipline which students may select as their primary focus or pursue in conjunction with other fields of study, such as humanities or sociology. Students learn to navigate the national and global political arena and understand the role politics play in society and the past, present, and future of humankind.

Political science classes provide a solid foundation for students planning to transfer to a four-year university to pursue a bachelor’s degree. It is also beneficial to those seeking personal or professional enrichment. Students will gain a broad breadth of knowledge and critical thinking skills which can be applied to multiple fields of study and employment.

Graduates with a political science education may enter the fields of politics, public relations, international affairs, law, public administration, or teaching. Many political science students participate in debate or mock trial during their time at SCC.

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POLS& 101 — Intro to Political Science — 5.0 Credits

Development of Western political theory and ideology, comparative analysis of contemporary ideologies, examination of political processes with emphasis on the individual's role.
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POLS 102 — Comparative Government — 5.0 Credits

This is an introductory, interdisciplinary course designed to introduce students to the systematic study of comparative political systems. In an increasingly interdependent world, this course provides students with the conceptual and analytical tools to study political behavior, institutions and processes of various countries across the globe.
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POLS 125 — Introduction to Global Issues — 5.0 Credits

This is an introductory, multidisciplinary course designed to introduce the student to pertinent global issues. A goal of this course is to foster and promote understanding, attitudes and skills that enables citizenry in local communities to function humanely in an age of global interdependence.
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POLS& 202 — American Government — 5.0 Credits

The basic course develops an understanding of American politics and political institutions, the philosophies and concepts of American constitutionalism, and the structure and operation of the American form of government. Emphasis is placed on the theories and practice of democracy, pluralism and elitism.
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POLS& 203 — International Relations — 5.0 Credits

A broad survey of the relations of nations: Political, military, economic and cultural, and of the forces for order in the international world.
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POLS 204 — Political Philosophy — 5.0 Credits

This is an introduction to the basic theories behind political philosophy. Areas of emphasis includes government, state of nature, authority and legitimacy.
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POLS 205 — Islam and the West: Theater of Cooperation and Conflict — 5.0 Credits

This introductory, multidisciplinary course introduces students to the systematic study of Islam and the West in world politics. Conceptional and analytical tools to study Global Islam are provided.
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