Political Science
Prepare to explore the ideas, institutions, and forces that shape government and public life with Blinn College’s Field of Study Associate of Arts in Political Science. This 60-credit-hour program is designed for students who plan to transfer to a four-year university and pursue a bachelor’s degree in political science or a related field. By completing the state-approved Field of Study curriculum, students build a strong academic foundation while maintaining flexibility to align their coursework with their intended transfer institution.
Degree Plan
Throughout the program, students engage with core topics such as American government, political systems, public policy, and the principles of democracy. Coursework in composition, history, statistics, and the social sciences strengthens critical thinking, communication, and analytical skills – key tools for success in political science and a wide range of careers, including law, public service, education, and business.
Field of Study Associate of Arts in Political Science
Program FAQ
The Field of Study Associate of Arts in Political Science can be completed on all Blinn campuses and dual credit locations. The only course not offered at a dual credit site is GOVT 2304, which can be completed online.
Blinn courses are highly transferable. To explore how your courses will transfer to Texas universities, please see the Texas Common Course Numbering System. To explore how your Blinn courses will apply to a specific university degree plan, please visit with an academic advisor at that institution.
For the degree plan, click the link below:
Field of Study Associate of Arts in Political Science
Course descriptions for all courses in the degree plan are available in the Catalog.
Students are responsible for their own transportation to classes. The following links may help students coordinate their commute to Blinn College.
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Handicap-Accessible Transportation
www.blinn.edu/disability/handicap-accessible-transportation.html
Students are responsible for their own transportation to classes. The following links may help students coordinate their commute to Blinn College.
Parking and Transportation
www.blinn.edu/parking
Alternative Transportation
www.blinn.edu/parking/alternative.html
Handicap-Accessible Transportation
www.blinn.edu/disability/handicap-accessible-transportation.html
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