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Gain a broad understanding of power, governance, and global affairs with a Political Science minor. This program provides insight into fundamental political concepts and explores the organization and functioning of diverse political systems. You'll delve into the nature of both the American political system – examining its context, influential forces, and national consequences – and international political systems, broadening your perspective on global dynamics.

Program Curriculum

Core Courses (12 credits)

Credits

( POLS 1010
American Government and Politics
/Credits: 3)
( POLS 1200
Introduction to Political Science
/Credits: 3)
( POLS 2300
International Relations
/Credits: 3)
( POLS 2100
Comparative Government
/Credits: 3)

Minor Electives (6 credits)

Credits

Select 3 credits from the following courses

 

( POLS 3100
Political Theory
/Credits: 3)
( PHIL 3670
Social and Political Philosophy
/Credits: 3)

Select 3 credits from the following courses

 

( POLS 4200
Latin American Politics
/Credits: 3)
( POLS 4300
Middle Eastern Politics
/Credits: 3)

The academic program and curriculum requirements listed on this page are from the NSU Undergraduate Student Catalog. Students are bound by policies and curricula published in the catalog in effect the semester they enter the university, unless an agreement is made with appropriate NSU administration officials allowing them to abide by policies published in a later catalog.

 

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