Faculty: Professor Watanabe and Associate Professor Roy (coordinator).
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science program is intentionally designed to enhance students’ critical engagement with policy debates in the United States, government and politics in different regions of the world, and transnational challenges plaguing the international system. The coursework’s overarching emphasis on social justice will equip students with the skills needed to make meaningful contributions to their local and global communities. A Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Political Science will prepare students for multiple career opportunities, including law school, graduate school in Political Science, government service, non-profit organizations, lobbying, international governmental organizations, secondary education (upon completing necessary certification), and journalism.
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations Program Goals
Communicates Effectively
Student demonstrates the ability to construct and articulate clearly well-reasoned arguments, grounded in evidence.
Thinks Critically
Student demonstrates the ability to explore issues in Political Science before accepting arguments or forming conclusions of their own.
Foundational
Choose one:
Choose one:
Major Subject Area
Electives in Major
Any three electives from the list of electives
List of Electives/Major Subject Area Courses
American Government and Politics
Comparative Politics
International Relations
* No dual fulfillment allowed across ‘Major Subject Area’ courses and ‘Electives’. Additionally, if INR 350 is taken to satisfy foundational requirements, it would not count toward ‘Major Subject Area’ or Electives’
Program Requirement 42
Minor and/or Electives 49-51