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Global Politics and Culture

This sequence is intended to provide a global perspective which will strengthen student’s abilities to function effectively in an increasingly interconnected world. Students choosing this sequence may select courses from a variety of sub-fields within Political Science, but will generally concentrate on those in the International Relations and Comparative Politics areas. It provides students with courses in regional and area studies, development, and international relations. It is of particular value to those students interested in working in other nations or in international agencies and business.

Required Courses for the Global Politics and Cultures Sequence

  • POL 417: Political Cultures (3)
  • POL 441: Seminar in Comparative Politics (3)
  • POL 451: Seminar in International Relations (3)
  • Students must also fulfill the general requirements of the Master’s degree in Political Science including at least 15 credit hours in departmental 400 level seminars, including POL 497 or POL 461.

This sequence may be completed by either the thesis or comprehensive examination  option, both of which require 32 hours.