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Apr 20, 2024
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2006-2008 College of Liberal Arts Bulletin [Archived Bulletin]
Political Science Major
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Major Program
Hamline’s political science major is grouped into two programs. A major oriented toward public service is designed for students who wish to prepare for careers in public administration or management; government service at various levels; or city, urban, and regional planning. The public service major prepares the student for respected graduate programs of public administration, planning, or policy analysis. The standard political science major is appropriate for students who plan to enter law school or graduate school in the social sciences, those who anticipate civic participation in politics and public affairs, and those who intend to pursue other careers such as business and wish to acquire a deeper understanding of political processes and developments.
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Major Requirements
The standard department major requires a minimum of 10 courses including:
- At least two courses must be taken in comparative politics or international politics
(*see list below).
- Three political science electives.
One of the following three
One of the following three courses in political thought or political theory: *Comparative Politics/International Politics Courses
Note
A course in elementary statistics is strongly recommended, but it is not counted as one of the 10 political science courses. |
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