Mar 29, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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


Political Science Core Total Credits: 20


Additional Required Courses


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  

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