Political Science Major, BA (47 credits) (62 credits)

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Students may choose either a 47-credit major or a 62-credit major. Those who have a second major or who have a minor in another discipline may opt for the 47-credit major.

Program Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

Be expected to thoroughly familiar with structure of field (its 4 sub-fields).
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic concepts and facts in each of the 4 sub-fields (American, Comparative, International, Theory).
Acquire analytical tools and skills used in the discipline.
Demonstrate familiarity and competence w/ scholarly resources & be able to use these to carry out basic research paper in discipline.

Required Courses

Political Science Core Requirements

POSC 101 - Introduction to Politics Credits: (5)
POSC 210 - American Politics Credits: (5)
POSC 260 - Comparative Politics Credits: (5)
POSC 270 - International Relations Credits: (5)

Political Science Core Total Credits: 20

Additional Required Courses

POSC 489 - Senior Assessment Credits: (2)

Select from the following: 5 Credits

POSC 280 - Introduction to Western Political Thought Credits: (5)
POSC 481 - Early Political Thought (Put on Reserve 9/1/2020) Credits: (5)
POSC 482 - Early Modern Political Thought Credits: (5)
POSC 483 - Recent Political Thought Credits: (5)
POSC 485 - American Political Thought and Culture Credits: (5)

Department-Approved Electives Credits: 20-35

Select from any other courses in this department. (Any transfer political science electives must be approved by the department.)

47-credit major (20)
62-credit major (35)

Total Credits: 47-62

Small Plan Major (fewer than 60 credits)

This major requires the completion of a minor or second major. Please consult with the departments about any specific restrictions regarding overlap between plans.

College and Department Information

Political Science Department
College of the Sciences