Associate Degree in Political Science (Transfer)

About

Lane’s Political Science transfer interest area explores the theory and practice of government and politics. You’ll learn about politics and power from a domestic, comparative, and international perspective. Gaining a background in political science will prepare you for citizenship and political action, while also setting a foundation for careers in government, law, business, and activism. What you'll learn; Local, national, and global civic engagement, Basic political concepts, systems, and theories, Key issues of public policy and politics, Concepts, Critical thinking, political participation, and Civic engagement, theories, and debates in political science. The political science transfer interest area at Lane can help prepare you to transfer to a four year institution. Once enrolled, you’ll work with your advisor to build a degree plan specific to your goals. Earning your Associate of Arts, Oregon Transfer (AAOT) degree with a focus in political science will provide you with the credits you need to transfer to leading four year institutions for more in-depth study. The AAOT offers you the flexibility to choose courses that interest you while meeting university lower division general education requirements. Many students who study political science at Lane go on to pursue four-year degrees in political science or public administration. Political science graduates frequently pursue careers in law, government, non-governmental organizations, and advocacy.

Career Path

Graduate career path includes Legislative Aide (Entry-Level), Political Campaign Assistant, Legal Assistant (Political or Civil Law Focus), Public Policy Program Assistant, Government Administrative Assistant, Public Affairs Assistant, Community Outreach Coordinator, Nonprofit Program Assistant , Research Assistant, City Planning Aide, Advocacy and Lobbying Support Staff, Public Opinion Survey Assistant, Election Clerk or Poll Worker, Political Communications Assistant, Social Media Coordinator (Political Campaigns or NGOs), Civic Education Program Facilitator, Constituent Services Representative, International Development Program Aide, Human Rights Program Assistant, Academic Department Assistant (Political Science).