+ Political Science
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Study
in Political Science prepares students to be
critical observers of politics and society,
active citizens, and for careers in a variety
of fields. Our courses provide a deeper understanding
of domestic and international politics. They
train you to think critically, write well, and
speak with confidence. Our alumni work in settings
such as federal, state, and local governments;
international organizations; interest groups;
educational institutions; law enforcement agencies;
and businesses.
Learning
Outcomes
Upon
completion of the baccalaureate degree, students
in political science are expected to:
-
Communicate effectively, both orally and in
writing, about the subject matter of political
science;
- Apply
critical-thinking abilities and disciplinary
theories/frameworks to solve problems.
Major,
Bachelor of Arts (33 hours) — minor
required — click 
for 2009-2010 course requirements
POLS
1100 and 2900 and three additional hours at
the 1000 level (POLS 2900 should be taken no
later than the end of the junior year). A minimum
of 24 hours of political science at the 3000-4000
level distributed among at least three areas
of political science with a concentration (at
least 9 hours) in one is also required. The
following areas in political science are available:
- American
government
- Comparative
government
- International
relations
- Political
theory
- Public
administration
- Public
law
POLS
3030 is recommended for any of the 3000- and
4000-level courses in public administration.
The beginning student is encouraged to take
the following courses before taking advanced
courses in a particular area: POLS
1100 for American government, POLS
1710 for comparative politics, and POLS
1720 for international relations. While all
1000- and 2000-level coursework completed satisfactorily
will count toward the hours necessary for the
baccalaureate degree, no more than nine hours
at the 1000-2000 level or nine hours of POLS
4960 will count toward the 33-hour major.
All
students must consult with an advisor early
in their pursuit of a major. Students opting
for honors in political science must also take
POLS
4950, Honors Seminar in Contemporary Political
Science, and write a senior thesis under the
direction of a faculty advisor.
Minor
(21 hours)
- POLS
at 1000-2000 level (6)
- POLS
at 3000-4000 level (15)
No
more than nine hours of POLS
4960 will count toward the minor.
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