Political Science

Study of Government's Inner Workings

Political science is the study of the theory and practice of government. Prelaw is the preparation for the study of application of law within the juridical system of government. Public administration is the study of the implementation practices of the governmental agencies and legal bodies. These three departments are closely related through the common interests of the people and in service of the populace either at the local, state, or national level. These departments explore social behavior, customs, rules, and practices within the context of the self-defined common good of the community and the willingness of the members of the community.

Program Awards

Our Political Science programs are included in the Education, Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences field of study and offer these awards:

Award	Location	Estimated Completion	Program Map
Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) - Law, Public Policy, and Society (SB 1440)	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) - Political Science (SB 1440)	Chula Vista	# Semesters	Political Science ADT
Associate in Arts Degree: Transfer Preparation - Political Science	Chula Vista	# Semesters
Associate in Arts Degree: Transfer Preparation - Public Administration	Chula Vista	# Semesters

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