This major is designed to offer the interested student an opportunity to examine many related aspects of political life including the emerging links between politics in nation states and the on-going phenomenon of globalization. The courses will acquaint the student with various methods of analysis available for and applicable to the study of political institutions, political thought, and political behavior.
The Political Science major emphasizes global citizenship. The department's curriculum prepares students for the challenges of the 21st century by teaching skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, oral and written communication, and ethical appreciation as well as the substance of politics. The curriculum offers students many opportunities for experiential learning, civic engagement, and collaborative research with faculty and other students. Given its historical affiliation with issues of citizenship, justice, and relations among different nations, Political Science enjoys a special kinship with the Baldwin-Wallace College mission statement of preparing students to become "contributing, compassionate citizens of an increasingly global society."
Minimum required hours: 35, 15 of which must be taken at Baldwin-Wallace College
Elective courses: At least five additional courses, totaling 15 semester hours, are required. Four of these additional courses (12 or more semester hours), one in each of the four major subfields noted below, must be taken at the 300-400 course level. Take entry courses before enrolling in more advanced courses. Take the Analysis class only after taking at least two of the other required courses. No prerequisites for most courses in political science, but some presuppose a prior exposure to specific subject matters. Recommended backgrounds for courses are listed in the course descriptions.
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Two courses from: POL 101D, 211I, 221I, 231, 240/241 |
8 credits |
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Two advanced courses at 300-400 level |
6 credits |
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Any two additional courses |
6 credits |
Students majoring in Business Administration should profitably minor in Political Science. Suggestions for Business students with a minor concentration in public affairs would be 20 hours from:
Two courses from POL 101D, 211I, 221I, 231
Two advanced courses from 301-309, 311I, 314I, and/or 321I-327I
Any two additional POL courses
Legal Studies Minor
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Foundation Course: (3 credits) |
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POL |
207 |
Introduction to Law |
3 credits |
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POL |
101D |
U.S. Government and Politics |
4 credits |
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POL |
231 |
Introduction to Political Theory |
4 credits |
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PHL |
102 |
Ethics |
3 credits |
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PHL |
104 |
Critical Thinking |
3 credits |
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PHL |
205 |
Topics in Ethics |
3-4 credits |
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PHL |
209 |
Political and Social Philosophy |
4 credits |
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POL |
306 |
Judicial Process |
3 credits |
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POL |
307 |
American Constitutional Law |
3 credits |
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POL |
308 |
Civil Rights and Liberties |
3 credits |
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POL |
309 |
Criminal Law and the Constitution |
3 credits |
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BUS |
326 |
Legal Environment of Organizations |
3 credits |
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BUS |
328 |
Business Law |
3 credits |
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Careers in Political Science
Political Science majors pursue varied careers after graduation in government, nonprofit, legal, educational, business, and community organizations. The department emphasizes both broad skill-development and substantive knowledge to prepare students for flexible and successful careers. For more specific information about career opportunities, interested students should read the materials available in the Departmental offices, and consult with individual faculty members.
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