My Academic Plans (MAPs) are designed by faculty to better guide you in retention and completion. It is highly encouraged that you complete courses in the recommended order provided below in the notes section. You should work with an academic advisor to adjust your plan based on your scheduling needs.
My Academic Plan
Program Mission & Description
You can earn an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree with Political Science designation at FRCC and transfer as a junior to Colorado public four-year schools.
Political science examines the role and effects of government actions on society. The A.A. program prepares students for transfer with coursework in history, literature, economics and government. Political scientists may work in various government jobs, or may work as lobbyists, researchers, political analysts or journalists. In addition to graduate work in the field, a Bachelor’s degree in political science also prepares students for law school.
AA Political Science Degree
Political Science Degree Required Courses
Learn more about gainful employment
Career Opportunities
A degree in Political Science opens the door to careers as a:
- Teacher (secondary, and college level)
- Politician
- Assistant to an Elected Official
- Political Campaign Worker
- Researcher for Business/Government Agency
- Diplomat
AA in Political Science
First Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| POS 105 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| ECO 202 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| GT- HI1 | History (GT-HI1): __________ | 3 |
| GT- AH | Arts & Humanities (GT-AH): ___________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15 |
Second Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| POS 111 | American Government | 3 |
| ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| ECO 201 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| GT- MA1 | Mathematics (GT-MA1): ___________ | 3-4 |
| ELC- LST | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-16 |
Third Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows.
| POS 205 | International Relations | 3 |
| GT- SC1 | Natural & Physical Sciences (GT-SC1): ___________ | 4 |
| GT- AH1 | Arts & Humanities (GT-AH): ___________ | 3 |
| ELC- LS1 | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| ELC- LS2 | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |
Fourth Semester
Courses should be completed in the order listed below. If you are unable to complete the entire semester list, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. Semester Four elective credits may vary depending on prior semester completion. You should not exceed 62 credits. You may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.
| POS 225 | Comparative Government | 3 |
| GT- SC1 | Natural & Physical Sciences (GT-SC1): ___________ | 4 |
| ELC- LS3 | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| ELC- LS4 | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| ELC- LS5 | Approved Elective List: __________ | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16 |