Oct 03, 2024  
2023-2024 Academic Bulletin 
    
2023-2024 Academic Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Political Science Minor


The minor in Political Science is designed for students who want an understanding of the development of national and international public policies. 

Electives


Choose electives courses from upper-division HIST and PLSC courses in consultation with advisor to fulfill the 21-credit requirement.

Minor Requirements for Secondary Certification- 33


For students seeking secondary teacher certification. For more information regarding Teacher Certification with a minor see the department of Teaching, Learning & Curriculum

Student Learning Outcomes


Graduates from this program will:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of key historical facts, values, and ideas that have shaped governments throughout history.
  • Demonstrate ability to conduct independent research to construct arguments based on data and political science method.
  • Critically examine and evaluate political developments from a Seventh-day Adventist/Christian worldview.
  • Explore and engage in the political science profession with personal interaction, research tools, and academic scholarship.
  • Demonstrate competence in oral/written communication, presenting ideas, perspectives, and arguments in an effective manner.