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Related courses (12 hours):
English 279 or 300 or Political Science 495; - Economics 101; History 203 and 204
2851 - International and Comparative Studies Concentration
- 9 hours including Political Science 101, 102, 200
- 9 hours in Political Science courses at the 200 level (excluding 200). Must include at least 3 hours from Political Science 242, 244 or 246
- 9 hours in Political Science at the 300 level with at least 6 hours from 341, 343r, 345, 346, 347
- 15 hours in Political Science courses at the 400 level including at least 6 hours of International and Comparative Studies courses approved by the departmental advisor and no more than 6 hours from Political Science 461r, 462r, 463, 464, 471r, 472, 473r, 474, 475, 476, 481, 495r, 497r, 498r or 499r
- Related courses (20 hours):
English 279 or 300 or Political Science 495; - 2 years of one foreign language at the college level;
- Economics 101
2852 - Legal Studies Concentration
- 9 hours including Political Science 101, 102, 200
- 9 hours in Political Science courses at the 200 level (excluding 200). Must include Political Science 221.
- 9 hours in Political Science courses at the 300 level with at least 6 hours from 320, 321, 322, 323
- 15 hours in Political Science courses at the 400 level including at least 6 hours of courses from the public law subfield approved by the departmental advisor and no more than 6 hours from Political Science 461r, 462r, 463, 464, 471r, 472, 473r, 474, 475, 476, 481, 495r, 497r, 498r or 499r
- Related courses (12 hours):
English 279 or 300 or Political Science 495;
Economics 101 and 102; Philosophy 211
- Minimum of 2.0 in all POLS and PANM courses
- Minimum of 39 hours of 300 and 400 level courses
- Electives to complete 120 hours.
- See additional requirements.
4642 - Political Science Minor
18 hours including Political Science 101, 102 and 12 hours electives in Political Science. At least nine hours must be at the 300-400 level with no more than three hours from 461r, 462r, 463, 464, 471r, 472, 473r, 474, 475, 476, 481, 498r and 499r.
Minimum 2.0 average in minor.
4638 - Public Administration and Nonprofit Management Minor
9 hours including PANM 225, 330, 340.
9 additional hours Public Administration and Nonprofit Management course work with at least 6 hours at the 400 level.
Minimum 2.0 average in the minor.
POLITICAL SCIENCE COURSES (POLS)
101 American Government (3)
The foundations, institutions, processes and policies of American national government with attention to the Constitution and such topics as elections, political and civil rights and liberties, federalism, public policy, public opinion, political culture, interest groups, and the role of citizens in governance. Every semester.
102 World Politics (3)
The evolution, nature, and operation of the contemporary world political system with attention to the behavior of states, the impact of ideology, culture, and domestic politics on foreign policy, the behavior of transnational political and economic actors, the effects of international competition, and the impact of international institutions on promoting cooperation. Every semester.
103 Controversies in Public Policy (3)
Contemporary policy issues in American politics with attention to current problems, proposed solutions, and competing viewpoints.
104 Politics, Culture and Society: Non-Western Views (3)
A study of culture, politics, and society in the non-western world with emphasis on significant intellectual contributions, modes of inquiry, value systems, structures of belief and practices of everyday life.
199r Special Projects (1-4)
Individual or group projects. Every semester.
200 Research Methods (3)
Basic models and skills for research in political science and public administration. Required for political science majors. Prerequisite: One course from Mathematics 210, Psychology 201/204, Sociology 250, or PANM 205. May be registered as PANM 200. Credit not allowed in both POLS 200 and PANM 200.
202 Political Behavior (3)
Political attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors; their sources and effects. Emphasis primarily on the United States with selected examples from Western European democracies. On demand.
203 Public Opinion (3)
Sources, content, and impact of public opinion on the political process. On demand.
213 American Political and Constitutional Thought (3)
A study of the major political and constitutional ideas that have influenced the development of the United States since its founding. On demand. Recommended for prelaw majors.
221 Introduction to Judicial Process (3)
An examination of the role, operation and decision-making processes of the U.S. Supreme Court and lower federal courts. On demand. Recommended for pre-law majors.
224 Justice and the American Trial Process (3)
An in-depth analysis of the modern trial process in the United States. Emphasis on assessing the weak points of the American judicial system and on preparing an actual mock trial case for argument. Recommended for pre-law majors.
225 Introduction to Public and Nonprofit Administration (3)
Introduction to public and nonprofit administration, including its organization, basic processes, history, theoretical foundations, political context, and role in governance. Provides a foundation for further study of public administration and nonprofit management. May be registered as PANM 225. Credit not allowed in both POLS 225 and PANM 225.
233 State and Local Government and Politics (3)
Tennessee state and local government and politics with comparisons to government and politics in the other states. On demand.
234 The Presidency (3)
The nature of the presidency as an institution. Presidential decision-making and relations with other branches of government. On demand.
242 International Relations (3)
An examination of the theoretical, historical and behavioral causes of war and peace. Focus on the role of power, sovereignty, and international law on world politics. On demand.
244 Comparative Public Policy (3)
The formation and implementation of social welfare policies in developed and developing nations. On demand.
246 Comparative Latin American Politics (3)
An introduction to the study of Latin American politics with emphasis on alternative theoretical explanations for patterns of development involving the roles of elected leaders; the Church; military and economic elite; and workers and peasants.
