Political Science
Students who choose the political science major can concentrate in three separate areas: general political science, legal studies, or public policy and public administration.
Foundations
B.A. students in political science at Valpo must complete the general-education requirements for the B.A. This University-wide core strengthens communication and critical-thinking skills while introducing the student to global cultures and traditions. General-education requirements for the B.A. (.pdf) ยป
Requirements for the Major
| POLS 120 | The Government of the United States | 3 credits | |
| POLS 130 | Comparative Politics | 3 credits | |
| POLS 240 | Political Theory | 3 credits | |
| POLS 493 | Senior Seminar in Political Science | 3 credits | |
One concentration from the following options:
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18 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 30 credits | ||
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Concentration Requirements
At least 15 credits from the following options:
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15 credits | ||
| Three additional political science credits | 3 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 18 credits | ||
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Concentration Requirements
| POLS 360 | Public Administration | 3 credits | |
| POLS 361 | Public Policy | 3 credits | |
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At least nine credits from the following options:
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9 credits | ||
| Three additional political science credits | 3 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 18 credits | ||
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Concentration Requirements
| Eighteen credits of political science courses | 18 credits | ||
| TOTAL | 18 credits | ||
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