+ 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
110 and 290
and three additional hours at the 100 level
(POLS 290 should be taken no later than the
end of the junior year). A minimum of 24 hours
of political science at the 300-400 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
303 is recommended for any of the 300- and
400-level courses in public administration.
The beginning student is encouraged to take
the following courses before taking advanced
courses in a particular area: POLS
110 for American government, POLS
171 for comparative politics, and POLS
172 for international relations. While all
100- and 200-level coursework completed satisfactorily
will count toward the hours necessary for the
baccalaureate degree, no more than nine hours
at the 100-200 level or nine hours of POLS
496 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
495, Honors Seminar in Contemporary Political
Science, and write a senior thesis under the
direction of a faculty advisor.
Minor
(21 hours)
- POLS
at 100-200 level (6)
- POLS
at 300-400 level (15)
No
more than nine hours of POLS
496 will count toward the minor.
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