Political Science Minor
James Roche, J.D.
Assistant Director, School of Social and Behavioral Science
jroche@une.edu
Mission
Our mission is to cultivate in our students a passion for understanding and solving political problems. Students work closely with faculty throughout their coursework, culminating in a major independent research project. Through this work, students will develop the imagination and skills in analysis and communication that prepare them for life after college.
Program Description
A student with a major in another program may minor in Political Science with the approval of the Director of the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences.
The School of Social and Behavioral Sciences offers another minor in Health, Law, and Policy.
Curricular Requirements
| Program Required Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| PSC 105 – Intro to Political Science or PSC 202 – Political Sciences Social Science | 3 |
| Two (2) 100- or 200-Level PSC Courses | 6 |
| Three (3) 300- or 400-Level PSC Courses (across several subfields) | 9 |
| Minimum Total Required Credits | 18 |
|---|
Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum total required credits for the degree.