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Associate of Arts for Transfer in Political Science Ventura County Community College District - Ventura College Ventura County Community College District - Ventura College, USA

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USD 10992

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 50 Waived

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24 months

Duration

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5

IELTS

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45

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Program Purpose: The Political Science program is designed to assure students can demonstrate an understanding of the role of governmental institutions, analyze key political concepts and ideas and evaluate key political issues.

Program Description: Political Science is the systematic study of politics, political institutions and governmental processes by the application of scientific methods of analysis and critical examination. This discipline analyzes key political ideas, institutions, and issues both domestically and globally. Graduates of this subject area are exposed to understanding how political and governmental institutions make and implement decisions and the effects those decisions have on individual, group, and societal behavior. The analytical tools learned in these major increases critical thinking and citizenship skills. The political science program at Ventura College has a special emphasis on globalization, service learning, and environmental issues. The discipline also incorporates the International Studies major. Students graduating with an Associate of Arts degree in Political Science may transfer to four-year universities. Graduates are qualified for a variety of positions in government and non-governmental institutions; graduates are prepared to enter further studies in various disciplines, including political science, law, journalism and business.

Courses in the Political Science program provide students with the necessary tools to understand the political world around them and to become active citizens in their communities. Courses emphasize service learning and civic engagement.

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Additional Information

Program Level Associate Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

    5 IELTS Score
    45 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    75 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    10992

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    13000 Per year

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