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Nov 23, 2024
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Dillard University Academic Catalog 2015-2016/2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Political Science, B.A.
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Mission
The Political Science program provides instruction for students interested in a wide variety of careers in political science such as teaching law, international relations, public affairs and civil service. The program provides a thorough knowledge of political science theory, methodology, quantitative reasoning, and computer research skills necessary to meet the competitive demands of graduate and professional study. Students achieve a high level of oral and written communication skills and have opportunities to gain work experience through a variety of internship programs.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge of the structures, powers and procedures of the United States federal and state government and foreign governments.
- Use critical thinking and analytical skills when assessing contemporary political questions,
- Demonstrate the ability to examine and evaluate information to solve contemporary social problems.
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Requirements for Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
Complete a total of 122 credit hours of course work for graduation.
General Education Core - 41 credit hours
Major Requirements - 45 credit hours
Additional Coursework - 36 credit hours
Political Science Curriculum
Total Required Hours: 122
*Service Learning: Students will earn a total of 30 service learning hours after successful completion of FYS 101 & FYS 102 .
**Community Service: Students must contact the Office of Student Affairs for pre-approved community service project to earn a total of 90 hours of community service by the end of their junior year.
***Writing Proficiency Examination: Students must complete ENG 111 and ENG 112 with a minimum grade of ‘C’ to register for ENG 199 - Writing Proficiency Examination . Students who fail to take or do not pass ENG 199 must take ENG 200 - Review of Writing Strategies (3 credit hours).
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