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Interdisciplinary Studies, Ethnic Studies A.A. Degree

This program is intended for students who wish a general background in the areas of humanities or social science at the community college level.  The program is intended to give the student an interdisciplinary foundation for further study or an overview of ethnic studies.

Total Units:
60-62

First Year

Semester 1

15-16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
SOC 321
Race, Ethnicity and Inequality in the United States
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area V(b) or VI
ANTH 334 Z
Native Peoples of North America
3
Advisory: Eligible for ENGWR 300
Check Class Schedule for offering
CRC Area V(b) or VI
CRC Area II(a)-Writing Composition Z
3
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area II(a)
CRC Area II(b)-Math Competency Z
3-4
Recommend meeting with a counselor
F, S, Su
CRC Area II(b)
CRC Area III(b)-Life Development Skills Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area III(b)
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

 



Semester 2

15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
ENGLT 330 Z
African American Literature
3
ENGWR 101
Check Class Schedule for offering
CRC Area I
3 units from List A
3
See List A
See List A
3 units from List A
3
See List A
See List A
3 units from List A
3
See ListA
See List A
CRC Area IV-Natural Sciences Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area IV
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

 

Year 2

Semester 3

16 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
HIST 320
History of the United States: African-American Emphasis or
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F, S
CRC Area V(b)
HIST 321 Z
History of the United States: African-American Emphasis
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F, S
CRC Area V(b)
CRC Area V(a)-American Institutions 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area V(a)
CRC Area III(a)-Physical Edu Activity Z
1
F, S, Su
CRC Area III(a)
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

1 Suggestion-consider eligible courses from List A.

2 Suggestion-consider eligible courses from List A. Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

 

Semester 4

14-15 Units
Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
CRC Area VI-Ethnic/ Multicultural Studies 1 Z
3
F, S, Su
CRC Area VI
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Elective 2
3
F, S, Su
Elective 3
2-3
F, S, Su
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

^You must have passed the prerequisite course(s) with a “C” or better; Corequisite must be taken during the same semester; Advisory means it is recommended but not required to enroll in the course.

*(O) = online available (P) = partially online

1 Suggestion-consider eligible courses from List A.

2 Units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

3 Units required are determined by the number of units needed to total 60 units for graduation. Refer to Course Number for the appropriate course level necessary for the degree.

 

List A-Select a minimum of 9 units from the following (with no more than 1 course from each discipline):

Course Units Pre-Reqs^ Semesters Offered* GE Area
BUS 300 Z
Introduction to Business
3
F(O,P), S(O), Su(O)
ENGLT 320 Z
American Literature I or
3
Eligibility for ENGWR 300
F
CRC Area I
ENGLT 321 Z
American Literature II
3
ENGWR 300
S
CRC Area I
HIST 314
Recent United States History or
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F, S
CRC Area V(b)
HIST 320
History of the United States: African-American Emphasis or
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F, S
CRC Area V(b)
HIST 321 Z
History of the United States: African-American Emphasis or
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F, S
CRC Area V(b)
HIST 331 Z
Women in American History
3
Advisory: ENGWR 300
F, S
HUM 332 Z
American Humanities
3
F, S
CRC Area I or VI
POLS 301
Introduction to Government: United States
3
Advisory: ENGWR 101 or equivalent
F(O), S(O), Su
CRC Area V(a)
PHIL 350
Philosophy of Religion
3
Check Class Schedule for offering
CRC Area I
SOC 300 Z
Introductory Sociology or
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
CRC Area V(b)
SOC 301 Z
Social Problems
3
F(O), S(O), Su(O)
CRC Area V(b)
Z At least one section of this course is offered with free textbooks and is labeled as zero textbook costs (ZTC). If it is a GE area class or elective, there may be several ZTC offerings to fulfill the GE requirement. Use the Free Textbook filter to find these courses. Learn more on the ZTC page of the college website.

 

Career Options/Outlook:

An advanced degree in Ethnic Studies can lead to a variety of different careers such as religious service, research, law, attorney, social worker, employment counselor, and others. Clergy conducts religious worship and performs other spiritual functions associated with beliefs and practices of religious faith or denomination. Provide spiritual and moral guidance and assistance to members. Career opportunities require more than an associate degree.

A sample of reported job titles:

Catholic Priest, Children\'s Minister, Confessor, Congregational Care Pastor, Minister, Missionary Coordinator, Pastor, Priest, Rabbi, Rector

Projected job openings in California (2018-2028):

1,950

Projected growth in California (2018-2028):

Average (+8%)

Median Salary in California (2021):

Median wage with advanced degree: $62,720/yr

Transfer notes:

Please meet with a counselor for specific transfer course evaluation or transferring to a specific 4-year institution.

General Education (GE):

Non-specified GE courses identified by CRC Area, CSU Area or IGETC Area without pre- or co-requisite can be taken at any semester.

Honors option:

The CRC Honors Program is designed specifically for academically accomplished students and for students with the potential for high achievement. Students who complete 15 units or more in honors-designated courses will earn special recognition as an Honors Scholar, a distinction that may entitle the student to guaranteed transfer and scholarship opportunities at select transfer colleges and universities.

About this map:

This program map represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This map is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Zero Textbook Costs (ZTC):

The Zero Textbook Costs designation and logo are added to any course that provides free access to all required instructional materials. These are typically shared with students through Canvas. Courses that are designated as ZTC may still require students to purchase supplemental materials such as lab coats, a calculator, art supplies, etc. See full definitions and searching tips on the Zero Textbook Costs page of the college website.

Catalog Year: 2023-2024

Published May 17, 2023

Counselor Contact: Crystal Martinez  | Faculty Contact: Nyenbeku George

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