Dec 26, 2024  
2020-2021 University Bulletin 
    
2020-2021 University Bulletin [ARCHIVED BULLETIN]

Political Science - B.A.


Major Requirements:

Thirty-six or 42 semester hours, as determined by the requirements outlined in the concentrations options below.

Political Science Core Requirements


Concentrations


Students must complete one of the concentrations outlined below:

Political Philosophy


  • Four additional courses in political philosophy (x00-39).

International Affairs


(see also International Relations and Diplomacy - B.A. )

  • Four additional courses in world politics (x40-69)

Two years of a foreign language are strongly recommended, as are courses in economics and U.S. history.

Political Studies


  • Four additional courses in American politics (x70-99).

Additional Requirements


A minimum of one-half the courses in the major field must be completed at Dominican.

Internships and study abroad are not required for the degree, but strongly encouraged for success in the field.