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Dec 03, 2024
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2022-2023 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Political Science, BA (42-425) (120 hours)
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Major, Bachelor of Arts Degree
The graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science will use the knowledge and skills obtained in the program to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of core concepts, ideologies, and theories in Political Science
- Analyze, conduct, and critically assess scholarly research in Political Science
- Communicate effectively about politics in both written and oral forms
Political Science, BA (42-425) (4 Year Guide)
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Major Requirements: 42 Semester Hours
Select three of the following four courses: 9 Semester Hours
Electives in one area of concentration: 9 Semester Hours
Select from One of the Following Areas of Emphasis: 9 Semester Hours
Area 1 - American Politics
Area 2 - Public Law and Theory
Area 3 - Comparative Politics
Area 4 - International Relations
Additional Courses: 9 Semester Hours
Note:
Students must take one class from each of the three (3) areas not chosen for their main area. POLS 1244 , POLS 4590 , POLS 4591 and POLS 4592 do not fulfill this requirement. Students must earn twelve (12) hours of upper-level (3000/4000) credit in their major and thirty (30) hours overall. Choose major electives accordingly.
General Education Requirements: 30-33 Semester Hours
All students must complete a minimum of 42 credit hours in general education. See The General Education Program Requirements for full listing of requirements. The following general education classes are required by this major:
Modern Language Requirement: 6-9 Semester Hours
Refer to Bachelor’s Degree Requirements section for fulfillment options
Free Electives: 36-42 Semester Hours
Minimum Total: 120 Semester Hours
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