This concentration combines a bachelor’s degree Political Science with
foreign language study. Attaining fluency in a foreign language is a powerful
asset when competing for careers in many fields, whether in the U.S. or abroad.
In addition to the major requirements for all International Studies B.A. candidates,
the following outlines the requirements for those pursuing the concentration
in Political Science.
Required Courses
Course# Course Title Credits
POL 280 Introducing Global Issues I 3
HIS To be chosen in consultation with major adviser 3
Total Credits 6
Political Science Courses
12 credits to be chosen from the following in consultation with major adviser:
Course# Course Title Credits
POL 260 Comparative Politics 3
POL 305 Race and Politics 3
POL 360 Western European Political Systems 3
POL 366 Politics of Development and Underdevelopment 3
POL 371 Women and Comparative Political Development 3
POL 380 International Law and Organization 3
POL 381 American Foreign Policy since 1945 3
POL 382 International Politics of East and Southeast Asia 3
POL 383 Comparative Foreign Policy 3
POL 385 International Political Economy 3
Total Credits 12
Additional Language Courses
6 credits to be chosen from the following in language studied in consultation
with major adviser:
Course# Course Title Credits
FRE 292 The French Speaking World 3
FRE 302 Emergence of Modern France I 3
FRE 303 Emergence of Modern France II 3
SPA 246 Spain Today 3
SPA 248 Trends and Tendencies in Hispanic America 3
SPA 325 Development of Hispanic American Identity 3
SPA 531 Caribbean Culture And Civilization 3
Total Credits 6
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