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The political science major requires a total of 51 hours of coursework. The requirements focus on the actors and institutions of government and the complex relationships that exist among those who seek to influence the process. Beyond these requirements,... Read more students must take a minimum of 69 hours outside the program to satisfy the 120 hour requirement for graduation. Students must also, when constructing their plan of study, meet all of the Liberal Learning Outcomes required for graduation by the University of Charleston. CAREERS AND BEYOND: Poly Sci picThose who choose to study political science at the University of Charleston are immersed in a comprehensive program that integrates the merging of traditional approaches with modern research techniques to prepare students for graduate study, law school, applied work in the disciplines and life-long learning. Every student in the Political Science Program at UC will complete and internship. Internship Opportunities: Top West Virginia Law Firms, State and Federal, Government Offices, West Virginia State Legislature, U.S. Congressional Offices, F.B.I. Credits / Course / Title: 3 POLS 240 Legislative Branch Politics, 3 POLS 250 Executive Branch Politics, 3 POLS 270 Interest Group Politics, 3 POLS 290 Ethical Dilemmas in Policymaking, 3 POLS 314 Constitutional Law I, 3 1 elective 200/300 level POLS course selected in conjunction with the student’s advisor.Read less
Program overview
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
The political science major requires a total of 51 hours of coursework. The requirements focus on the actors and institutions of government and the complex relationships that exist among those who seek to influence the process. Beyond these requirements,... Read more students must take a minimum of 69 hours outside the program to satisfy the 120 hour requirement for graduation. Students must also, when constructing their plan of study, meet all of the Liberal Learning Outcomes required for graduation by the University of Charleston. CAREERS AND BEYOND: Poly Sci picThose who choose to study political science at the University of Charleston are immersed in a comprehensive program that integrates the merging of traditional approaches with modern research techniques to prepare students for graduate study, law school, applied work in the disciplines and life-long learning. Every student in the Political Science Program at UC will complete and internship. Internship Opportunities: Top West Virginia Law Firms, State and Federal, Government Offices, West Virginia State Legislature, U.S. Congressional Offices, F.B.I. Credits / Course / Title: 3 POLS 240 Legislative Branch Politics, 3 POLS 250 Executive Branch Politics, 3 POLS 270 Interest Group Politics, 3 POLS 290 Ethical Dilemmas in Policymaking, 3 POLS 314 Constitutional Law I, 3 1 elective 200/300 level POLS course selected in conjunction with the student’s advisor.Read less
Admission Requirements
6+
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Program overview
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Read more students must take a minimum of 69 hours outside the program to satisfy the 120 hour requirement for graduation. Students must also, when constructing their plan of study, meet all of the Liberal Learning Outcomes required for graduation by the University of Charleston. CAREERS AND BEYOND: Poly Sci picThose who choose to study political science at the University of Charleston are immersed in a comprehensive program that integrates the merging of traditional approaches with modern research techniques to prepare students for graduate study, law school, applied work in the disciplines and life-long learning. Every student in the Political Science Program at UC will complete and internship. Internship Opportunities: Top West Virginia Law Firms, State and Federal, Government Offices, West Virginia State Legislature, U.S. Congressional Offices, F.B.I. Credits / Course / Title: 3 POLS 240 Legislative Branch Politics, 3 POLS 250 Executive Branch Politics, 3 POLS 270 Interest Group Politics, 3 POLS 290 Ethical Dilemmas in Policymaking, 3 POLS 314 Constitutional Law I, 3 1 elective 200/300 level POLS course selected in conjunction with the student’s advisor. Read less
Program overview
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Read more students must take a minimum of 69 hours outside the program to satisfy the 120 hour requirement for graduation. Students must also, when constructing their plan of study, meet all of the Liberal Learning Outcomes required for graduation by the University of Charleston. CAREERS AND BEYOND: Poly Sci picThose who choose to study political science at the University of Charleston are immersed in a comprehensive program that integrates the merging of traditional approaches with modern research techniques to prepare students for graduate study, law school, applied work in the disciplines and life-long learning. Every student in the Political Science Program at UC will complete and internship. Internship Opportunities: Top West Virginia Law Firms, State and Federal, Government Offices, West Virginia State Legislature, U.S. Congressional Offices, F.B.I. Credits / Course / Title: 3 POLS 240 Legislative Branch Politics, 3 POLS 250 Executive Branch Politics, 3 POLS 270 Interest Group Politics, 3 POLS 290 Ethical Dilemmas in Policymaking, 3 POLS 314 Constitutional Law I, 3 1 elective 200/300 level POLS course selected in conjunction with the student’s advisor. Read less
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