Political Science (Minor)

The minor in political science is designed to give students a strong background in the primary specializations within the discipline: government, comparative politics, international relations, public policy, and political behavior. It encompasses sufficient coursework to allow graduates the opportunity to pursue post-baccalaureate study in political science, public administration, law and related fields, and can be pursued in combination with any baccalaureate major. It is also an excellent addition to any secondary education program.

Curriculum for the Minor in Political Science

Required courses (Credit: 3 hours)

POLS 3101Scope and Methods of Political Science

3 credits

Choose one of the following (Credit: 3 hours)

POLS 2301Introduction to Comparative Politics

3 credits

POLS 2401Introduction to Global Issues

3 credits

Choose one of the following (Credit: 3 hours)

POLS 2201State and Local Government

3 credits

POLS 2501Introduction to Domestic Issues

3 credits

POLS 2601Introduction to Public Administration

3 credits

Choose three of the following (Credit: 9 hours)

POLS 3030Introduction to Public Policy

3 credits

POLS 3045Political Behavior

3 credits

POLS 3050American Constitutional Law

3 credits

POLS 3055Parties and Elections

3 credits

POLS 3060Policy Implementation Topics

3 credits

POLS 3070Urban Politics

3 credits

POLS 3075Interest Groups

3 credits

POLS 3080Urban Issues in State and Local Government

3 credits

POLS 3085Minority Politics

3 credits

POLS 3701International Relations

3 credits

POLS 3944Environmental Politics and Policy

3 credits

POLS 3999Advanced Topics in Political Science

3 credits

Total Hours: 18