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Associate in Arts for Transfer Degree
Global Studies

The Associate in Arts in Global Studies for Transfer (AA-T) degree provides students with a multidisciplinary foundation for understanding global issues, systems, and cultures. This program is designed to prepare students for upper-division coursework in global studies or related fields such as international relations, political science, environmental studies, and economics at a California State University (CSU). The Global Studies AA-T equips students with the analytical tools to assess the political, social, economic, and environmental challenges facing the world today. Emphasis is placed on the study of globalization, international conflicts, human rights, environmental

Please contact the Student Success Team for this program if you have any questions.

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Sample Education Plan

This sample education plan for the 2026-2027 catalog year represents one possible pathway through the program. Each university (UC, CSU, private, and others) has their own transfer requirements; please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. Additional course descriptions may be found in the College Catalog.
CourseUnitsTypically Offered
1st Semester
GLST 101 - Introduction to Global StudiesM3.0
GLST 101 - Introduction to Global Studies (3.0 units)

Advisory:ENGL C1000. It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to:UC/CSU

This course provides an interdisciplinary overview of the major global issues facing the world today such as globalization, economic inequality, human rights, environmental sustainability, global health, and conflict. Through a combination of lectures, readings, films, and discussions, students explore the interconnectedness of global systems and how individuals and societies contribute to and are affected by global change. The course encourages critical thinking about solutions to global challenges.

ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (Cal-GETC 1A)GE3.5
ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing (formerly ENGL 101) (3.5 units)

(Formerly ENGL 001A, ENGL 101)

Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process.
Transfers to:UC, CSU

In this course, students receive instruction in academic reading and writing, including writing processes, effective use of language, analytical thinking, and the foundations of academic research. This composition course enables students to generate logical, coherent essays that incorporate sources necessary for academic and professional success. Students become proficient in researching, evaluating, and incorporating sources, and in learning critical reading and thinking skills through expository and persuasive reading selections before applying these skills to creating original documented essays. The writing workshop component of the course is designed to assist students with improving and refining their writing and language skills: Students complete writing workshop activities that enhance their ability to compose logical, well-supported arguments that exhibit grammatical fluency and correct citation styles. Students meet with composition instructors through individual or small group conferences that address students’ specific writing concerns. 

Cal-GETC 3A - ArtsGE3.0†

† some classes may have higher units.

Select one:
ARCH 103
ART 104, 107, 108, 109, 110, 112, 113, 115, 117
ARTH C1100, C1100H, C1200, C1200H
DANC 179, 179H, 199, 199H
GDSN 110
MUS 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 136
MUST 151, 152
THTR 101, 105, 105H

Select one: POLS C1000 / POLS C1000H (Cal-GETC 4)GE3.0
POLS C1000 - American Government and Politics (formerly POLS 110) (3.0 units)

(Formerly POLS 110, 002)

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H)

This course is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, political issues, and public policy using political science theory and methodology.

POLS C1000H - American Government and Politics - Honors (formerly POLS 110H) (3.0 units)

(Formerly POLYS 110H, POLS 110H)

Advisory: ENGL C1000
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: POLS C1000 or POLS C1000H)

This is an introduction to government and politics in the United States and California. Students examine the constitutions, structure, and operation of governing institutions, civil liberties and civil rights, political behaviors, and public policy using political science theory and methodology. This is an honors course.

Total Semester Units:12.5† 
2nd Semester
GLST 102 - Global Issues (Cal-GETC 4)M3.0
GLST 102 - Global Issues (3.0 units)

Advisory:ENGL C1000. It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to:UC/CSU

This course examines the most pressing global issues affecting the world today with an emphasis on the interconnectedness of economic, environmental, social, and political systems. Topics include climate change, human rights violations, global health challenges, international conflicts, migration, economic inequality, and the role of international organizations. Students critically analyze these issues and explore potential solutions through a combination of readings, discussions, case studies, and media analysis.

Select one: PSY 190 / STAT C1000 / STAT C1000H (Cal-GETC 2)GE4.0
PSY 190 - Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (4.0 units)

Prerequisite:Enrollment requires appropriate placement (based on high school GPA and/or other measures), or completion of a pre-statistics or an intermediate algebra course.
Advisory:ENGL C1000 and the ability to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*The UC will grant credit for only one of the following courses: STAT C1000 or STAT C1000H or PSY 190)

This course provides an overview of the types of statistics that are important in the behavioral sciences. It is designed to teach students majoring in psychology, sociology, political science, and anthropology how to present and interpret experimental data. The course focuses on hypothesis testing and the statistics used to analyze assumptions, with topics including basic probability, measures of central tendency, measures of variance, sampling, and inferential statistics.

STAT C1000 - Introduction to Statistics (formerly MATH 130) (4.0 units)

(Formerly MATH 012, MATH 130)

Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra.
Advisory:ENGL C1000, READ 101
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit),CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: STAT C1000, STAT C1000H)

This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines.

STAT C1000H - Introduction to Statistics - Honors (formerly MATH 130H) (4.0 units)

(Formerly MATH 130H)

Prerequisite:Placement as determined by the college’s multiple measures assessment process or completion of a course taught at or above the level of elementary algebra.
Advisory:READ 101, ENGL C1000
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU
(*Students will receive credit for only one of the following courses: STAT C1000, STAT C1000H)

This course is an introduction to statistical thinking and processes, including methods and concepts for discovery and decision-making using data. Topics include descriptive statistics; probability and sampling distributions; statistical inference; correlation and linear regression; analysis of variance, chi-squared, and t-tests; and application of technology for statistical analysis including the interpretation of the relevance of the statistical findings. Students apply methods and processes to applications using data from a broad range of disciplines. This is an honors course. This course is recommended for students intending on participating in the Honors Transfer Program.

Cal-GETC 6 - Ethnic StudiesGE3.0

Select one:
CHST 101
EGSS 110

Cal-GETC 3A - ArtsGE3.0†

† some classes may have higher units.

Select one:
ARCH 103
ART 104, 107, 108, 109, 110, 112, 113, 115, 117
ARTH C1100, C1100H, C1200, C1200H
DANC 179, 179H, 199, 199H
GDSN 110
MUS 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 135, 136
MUST 151, 152
THTR 101, 105, 105H

Total Semester Units:13.0† 
Summer 1
Major ElectiveM3.0

Please see the major advising sheet linked below and/or meet with a counselor to discuss course options.

Cal-GETC 1C - Oral CommunicationGE3.0

Select one:
COMM C1000, C1000H

UC/CSU ElectiveEL3.0

Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options.

Total Semester Units:9.0 
3rd Semester
Major ElectiveM3.0

Please see the major advising sheet linked below and/or meet with a counselor to discuss course options.

Major ElectiveM3.0

Please see the major advising sheet linked below and/or meet with a counselor to discuss course options.

Cal-GETC 1B - Critical Thinking and CompositionGE3.0†

† some classes may have higher units.

Select one:
ENGL C1001, 1001H
PHIL 110, 110H

Cal-GETC 5A - Physical ScienceGE3.0†

† some classes may have higher units.
All labs or courses with labs are indicated by an '*'.

Select one:
ASTR 110, 110H, 112*, 137*
GEOG 101, 101L*
GEOL 150, 151*, 152, 152L*
CHEM 110*, 120*, 130*, 140*, 230*, 231*
PHY 120*, 150*, 160*, 211*, 212*, 213*

UC/CSU ElectiveEL3.0

Select a course that transfers to UC. Please see a counselor to discuss course options.

Total Semester Units:15.0† 
4th Semester
Major ElectiveM3.0

Please see the major advising sheet linked below and/or meet with a counselor to discuss course options.

Major ElectiveM3.0

Please see the major advising sheet linked below and/or meet with a counselor to discuss course options.

US HISTORY (Cal-GETC 3B)GE3.0


All CSU campuses have a graduation requirement in American Institutions. Students may choose one of the following U.S. History courses to partially fulfill this requirement: HIST C1001, C1001H, C1002, C1002H, 156, 157, 158, 159, 159H, 170.

Cal-GETC 5B - Biological ScienceGE3.0†

† some classes may have higher units.
All labs or courses with labs are indicated by an '*':

Select one:
ANTH 101, 101H, 101L*; BIOL 101*, 105, 105L*, 111, 111L*, 120, 120L*, 200*, 201*, 206, 222*, 226*;
PSY 210, 210H.

Cal-GETC 5C - LaboratoryGE1.0

Select one if lab has not been completed in Cal-GETC 5A or 5B.
All labs or courses with labs are indicated by an '*':
ANTH 101L*;
ASTR 112*;
BIOL 101*, 105L*, 111L*, 120L*, 200*, 201*, 222*, 226*;
CHEM 110*, 120*, 130*, 140*, 230*, 231*;
GEOG 101L*;
GEOL 151*;
PHY 120*,150*, 160*, 211*, 212*, 213*

Total Semester Units:13.0† 
Total Units for Global Studies AA-T program62.5† 
Notes:
  • AP exams and courses taken outside of Rio Hondo College may fulfill general education and/or major requirements. Please check with a counselor.
  • Continuing students who started prior to Fall 2025 may follow CSU GE or IGETC.
  • *Psy 190 is the preferred math/quantitative reasoning course for Behavioral and Social Science majors. Please meet with a counselor to discuss major preparation requirements.
Legend:
Some classes may have higher units
M Major course; course may also meet a general education requirement
GEGeneral Education course
ELElective Course
Advising Sheet:
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Program Learning Outcomes

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