Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T)
Program Overview
The Global Studies Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) degree provides a foundation for students pursuing a baccalaureate degree in global studies. It equips students with knowledge of globalization, global issues, and critical thinking skills to address global problems and promote cooperation. The program includes core courses in global studies and a selection of courses from various disciplines, such as culture, geography, economics, politics, and humanities.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The Global Studies Associate in Arts for Transfer (AA-T) degree equips students with the foundational knowledge necessary for a smooth transition into a baccalaureate degree at CSU campuses. The degree's primary focus is to provide an academic background that prepares students for various career opportunities that require a global perspective.
Objectives:
- Enhance students' understanding of the evolving process of globalization.
- Develop students' knowledge of the major characteristics and complexities of contemporary global issues.
- Foster students' ability to analyze and interpret global events through the lens of political, economic, cultural, and ecological perspectives.
- Prepare students with the critical thinking skills necessary to address global problems and promote global cooperation.
Program Structure:
- Department Requirements
- Required Core (3 units)
- GLST 101: Introduction to Global Studies
- GLST 102: Global Problems
- List A: Select five courses from at least four areas (15-20 units)
- Area 1: Culture and Society: Courses may include anthropology, history, or other relevant subjects
- Area 2: Geography: Courses may focus on physical geography, human geography, or other related topics.
- Area 3: Economics: Courses may cover microeconomics or macroeconomics.
- Area 4: Politics: Courses may explore international politics or comparative politics.
- Area 5: Humanities: Courses may include art history, world literature, or other humanities-based subjects
- IGETC-CSU or
- CSU GE Breadth pattern
- Transferable Semester Units: 60 units
- Minimum CSU Transferable GPA: 2.0
