Associate in Arts Degree
Department of Psychology
Division of Behavioral and Social Science
J. Frank Malaret, Dean
Rodda North 226
916-558-2401
Women’s Studies, established in 1975 under the Social Sciences major, is a multi-disciplinary academic program. The program prepares students for a wide range of career and life choices, for advanced study in traditional disciplines and professions, for entry into non-traditional fields, and for full participation in the twenty-first century.
Students develop critical reasoning and analytical skills, research and communication skills, and a deep appreciation for the complexities of power. The program intellectually challenges paradigms. It seeks to awaken students to the realities of American society, to encourage them to re-examine traditional ideas about women, to acquire skills, and to choose life goals consistent with their individual potential.
Women’s Studies
Associate in Arts Degree
| Required Program | Units |
|---|---|
| A minimum of 18 units from the following: ARTH 312, Women in Art (3) ENGLT 360, Women in Literature (3) ENGLT 401, Women in Film and Literature (3) HIST 310, History of the United States (3) HIST 311, History of the United States (3) FITNS 454, Personal Safety (1.5) POLS 340, Women in Politics (3) PSYC 356, Human Sexuality (3) PSYC 360, Psychology of Women (3) PSYC 363, Psychology of Women in Film (3) SOC 343, Women and Social Action (3) SOC 344, Sociology of Women’s Health (3) SOCSC 350, Introduction to Women’s Studies (3) FCS 326, Sex and Gender in the U.S. (3) or SOC 341, Sex and Gender in the U.S. (3) SOC 345, Global Women’s Issues (3) or SOCSC 352, Global Women’s Issues (3) |
18* |
| Total Units Required | 18 |
*Students enrolled in HIST 310 and 311 must select the “women’s emphasis” sections of these courses. See the Schedule of Classes for more information..
In addition to the course requirements, transfer students should complete the general education requirements for the university to which they plan to transfer. Students can also use the Sacramento City College General Education pattern to obtain the degree; however, these courses do not necessarily fulfill the general education requirements of transfer institutions. Student should see a counselor regarding academic planning.
Associate in Arts Degree (A.A.)
The Associate in Arts degree may be obtained by completion of the required program, plus general education requirements, plus sufficient electives to meet a 60-unit total. See SCC graduation requirements.