Political Science, BA
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Political Science Courses | ||
| Take 3 of the following: | 9 | |
| AMERICAN POLITICS | ||
| INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS | ||
| COMP. POLITICAL SYSTEMS | ||
| POLITICAL THOUGHT | ||
| POLS-300 | QUALITATIVE METHODS FOR A GLOBALIZING WORLD | 3 |
| POLS-307 | QUANTITATIVE RESEARCH METHODS IN POLITICAL SCIENCE | 3 |
| POLS-498 | POLITICAL SCIENCE CAPSTONE | 3 |
| Take 3 courses from POLS Electives | 9 | |
| Complete one (1) Concentration | 12 | |
| Foreign Language 1 | 3 | |
| General Education Requirements 2 | 37 | |
| General Electives (enough to reach 120 credits) | 41 | |
| Total Credits | 120 | |
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The foreign language must be at the level of 202 or higher. Students not prepared to begin at this level will need to take additional courses in language.
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Majors are required to take MATH-107 to meet the General Education Quantitative Literacy Distribution.
Do you want to work in the world of politics? If so, the Elections & Government pathway is for you! Students will learn about the world of politics from the viewpoint of the legislative and executive branches, the intricacies of campaigning, how to win an election, the roles media and parties play, and so much more. In addition, student will engage in hands on learning with opportunities to participate in model senate and interning with local and state political offices.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Elections & Government Concentration | 12 | |
| CAMPAIGNS & ELECTIONS | ||
| Take 3 courses from the following: | ||
| CONGRESSIONAL POLITICS | ||
| PARTICIP'N IN AMER POLITICS | ||
| AMERICAN POLITICAL THOUGHT | ||
| PRESIDENTIAL POWER | ||
| POLITICAL PARTIES & INTEREST GROUPS | ||
| WOMEN AND POLITICS | ||
| MEDIA AND POLITICS | ||
| WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP | ||
| ALBANY INTERNSHIP | ||
| INDEPENDENT STUDY | ||
This concentration provides students with a strong foundation in economic and political development theory with an eye toward addressing social and economic inequality at the national and global level. It is designed for students who are interested in pursuing graduate studies and careers in international development and social justice. Study abroad is encouraged and concentration electives may be substituted for appropriate courses taken while abroad.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| International Development & Social Justice Concentration | 12 | |
| Take 1 of the following: | ||
| INT`L POLITICAL ECONOMY | ||
| POLITICS OF DEV. AREAS | ||
| Take 1 of the following: | ||
| CHE TO CHAVEZ:DEBATING DEMOCRACY & DEVELOPMENT IN LATIN AMERICA | ||
| LATIN AMERICA & THE U. S. | ||
| POLITICS OF THE MIDDLE EAST | ||
| Take 2 of the following: | ||
| MODEL UNITED NATIONS | ||
| ENVIRONMENTAL POLITICS | ||
| AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY | ||
| WOMEN AND POLITICS | ||
| COMPARATIVE JUDICIAL POLITICS | ||
| SOCIAL MOVEMENTS | ||
Do you want to become an attorney? If yes, the pre-law legal studies concentration is for you! This political science pathway explores the legal world nd prepares students for the next step on their journey to becoming an attorney; law school. Students will learn about court structures, judicial decision-making, the influence of law on society, the role lawyers play in the legal field and much more. In addition, students will engage in hands on learning while debating constitutional issues and engaging in moot court activities.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PRE-LAW/LEGAL STUDIES CONCENTRATION | 12 | |
| COURTS IN AMER. POLITICS | ||
| Take 3 of the following: | ||
| LAW AND SOCIETY | ||
| CONSTITUTIONAL LAW I: POLITICAL STRUCTURE | ||
| CONSTITUTIONAL LAW II: CIVIL RIGHTS | ||
| COMPARATIVE JUDICIAL POLITICS | ||
| INDEPENDENT STUDY | ||
Students interested in the programs, services, regulations, and activities of government should consider the Public Policy concentration. Theses courses teach you about the origin, formation, impact, and evolution of a wide range of policies, including environmental policy, foreign policy, global economic policy, civil rights, and civil liberties. Students will also learn about how to analyze and evaluate public policies. Career opportunities include working in local, state, and federal government agencies, in advocacy organizations, and in business. This concentration also prepares students for graduate programs in public affairs, such as the Mastics in Public Administration and the Masters in Public Policy, as well as law school and business school.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PUBLIC POLICY CONCENTRATION | 12 | |
| CONTROVERSIES-PUBL POLICY | ||
| Take 3 of the following: | ||
| ENVIRONMENTAL POLITICS | ||
| AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY | ||
| INT`L POLITICAL ECONOMY | ||
| CONSTITUTIONAL LAW II: CIVIL RIGHTS | ||
| INDEPENDENT STUDY | ||
This concentration explores international security questions such as terrorism and homeland security, interstate and intrastate wars, proliferation of nuclear weapons, and the international organizations and their role in the international system. This concentration prepares students for careers in security services, international organizations, and graduate studies. Study abroad is encourages and concentration electives may be substituted for appropriate courses taken while abroad.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SECURITY STUDIES CONCENTRATION | 12 | |
| Take 1 of the following: | ||
| TERRORISM & POLITICAL VIOLENCE | ||
| INTERNATIONAL SECURITY | ||
| Take 1 of the following: | ||
| POLITICS OF THE MIDDLE EAST | ||
| CHE TO CHAVEZ:DEBATING DEMOCRACY & DEVELOPMENT IN LATIN AMERICA | ||
| LATIN AMERICA & THE U. S. | ||
| Take 2 of the following: | ||
| MODEL UNITED NATIONS | ||
| INTERMEDIATE MODEL UNITED NATIONS | ||
| MODEL UNITED NATIONS SECRETARIAT | ||
| POLITICS AND RELIGION | ||
| AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY | ||
| WASHINGTON INTERNSHIP | ||
| INDEPENDENT STUDY | ||
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| POLS-102 | 3 | POLS-103 | 3 |
| POLS-104 | 3 | ENG-102 (General Education Requirement) | 3 |
| ENG-101 (General Education Requirement) | 3 | MATH-107 (Quantitative Literacy Distribution) | 3 |
| Foreign Language1 | 3 | General Education Distribution Requirement | 3 |
| BONA-101 | 3 | Foreign Language1 | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| POLS-204 | 3 | POLS-203 | 3 |
| POLS Elective | 3 | POLS Elective | 3 |
| General Education Distribution Requirement | 3 | General Education Distribution Requirement | 3 |
| PHIL-104 (General Education Requirement) | 3 | THFS-101 (General Education Requirement) | 3 |
| General Elective | 3 | General Elective | 3 |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| POLS-300 (Qualitative Research Methods in POLS) | 3 | POLS-307 (Quantitative Research Methods in POLS) | 3 |
| POLS Elective or POLS Concentration Course | 3 | POLS Elective or POLS Concentration Course | 3 |
| General Education Distribution Requirement | 3 | General Elective | 9 |
| Natural Science w/Lab (General Education Distribution Requirement) | 4 | ||
| General Elective | 3 | ||
| 16 | 15 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| Fall | Credits | Spring | Credits |
| POLS-498 (POLS Capstone) | 3 | POLS Elective or POLS Concentration Course | 3 |
| General Electives | 11 | General Electives | 12 |
| 14 | 15 | ||
| Total Credits 120 | |||
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The foreign language must be at the level of 202 or higher. Students not prepared to begin at this level will need to take additional courses in language.