Prerequisite: POS 1041 or instructor permission. The Department of Political Science requirements for the major apply to both Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS) degrees. Students are required to take at least two courses (or 6 credit hours) from each of three of these areas. Understanding Politics Through Film (3). This course examines the role of the news media, both print and electronic, in shaping public opinion and voter behavior. Students may be admitted into the University without completing the prerequisites, but may not be admitted into the program. Representative Employers: Government: Federal, State, or Local, Colleges and Universities, Local School Boards, Corporations, Media (print, electronic), Political Action Committees, Civic & Taxpayers Associations, Chambers of Commerce, Regional Planning Councils, Political Party Headquarters, Political consultants, Political Candidates, Public interest groups (Common Cause, PIRG, etc.). This course addresses government institutions and current political parties throughout the world, as well as theories that explain similarities and differences among countries. This course introduces the student to the philosophical and legal foundations of the international human rights regime and explores the developments of norms and institutions with special emphasis on the post-World War II era. Topics include causes of war, outcomes and aftermath of war, and approaches to peace. POS 4624. Comparative Government and Politics: The Middle East (3). This requirement may be met through with an approved college-level course. American Government and Politics (POS) Prerequisite: POS 1041 or instructor permission. PUP 4931r. The department does not award retroactive credit for completed internships under any circumstances. General Education 36* Statecraft (3). Half of the major course semester hours must be completed in residence at this University. Geography, History, and International Relations (3). In addition to the Universitys requirements for graduation, the major in Political Science includes at least 30 semester hours in Political Science coursework with a grade of C- or better in each course. POS3713 Research Methods in Political Science: The majority of political scientists have adopted a method for studying political questions that differs from the approach taken by journalists, historians, and political commentators. Course also explores the human costs of political violence. Copyright, https://dlss.flvc.org/admin-tools/common-prerequisites-manuals, At least twenty-one semester hours in courses numbered 3000 and above, At least twenty-one semester hours in an assembled classroom (as distinguished from individual credit for honors, directed studies, and internships). Prerequisite: CPO 2002 or instructor permission. Politics of China (3). Covers main policy areas including housing, education, the economy, homeland security, etc. This course examines the varied effectiveness of interest groups and movements on public policy formation, with emphasis on resources, organizational structure, ideology, strategies, and tactics. Requirements for Progression to the Upper-Division Major © Florida State UniversityTallahassee, FL 32306, For the latest information related to COVID-19, visit, Masters of Applied American Politics & Policy, CPO2002 Introduction to Comparative Government and Politics, INR2002 Introduction to International Relations, PAD3003 Public Administration in American Society. You may view the map for this major at www.academic-guide.fsu.edu/. Prerequisite: CPO 2002 or instructor permission. Topics vary with the instructor and semester. This course is an introduction to the politics of the People's Republic of China, its political history and contemporary organization. Minor Coursework 12 Minimum Program Requirements - Summary Prerequisite: CPO 2002 or instructor permission. CPO 3520. The Supreme Court in American Politics (3). Political Violence (3). At the time this document was published, some common program prerequisites were being reviewed by the state of Florida and may have been revised. Copyright, FSU Directory Assistance: Specific truth commission cases are studied. Prerequisites: Completion of at least sixty semester hours, completion of fifteen semester hours in political science (including POS 3713) with a grade of "C" or better, a 3.0 GPA average or a 3.0 GPA in political science courses, and departmental permission. This course examines various aspects of the politics of authoritarian regimes: political institutions in dictatorships, the relationship between dictatorship and economic development, the role of elections and electoral fraud, the impact of international election monitoring, public support for dictatorship, the impact of traditional and social media, censorship, the extent to which authoritarian regimes are accountable to the public, and power struggles among authoritarian elites. 282 Champions Way Oral Competency 3 This course focuses on the role of the U.S. President, State Department, Congress, Central Intelligence Agency, and Defense Department in making foreign policy. Major Program of Studies at FSU: (30 hours) Prerequisite: INR 2002 or instructor permission. This course introduces students to the impact of geography and history on international relations and considers the ways these forces influence national and international processes. Authoritarian Regimes (3). This course consists of doing political science as opposed to reading it. States and Markets (3). This course is a seminar on topics of major theoretical or policy relevance to political scientists. POS 4935r. *NOTE: Some Political Science courses may be applied to both General Education requirements and the major. At least 6 hours (typically 2 classes) in three of the departments five subfields (American Government, Comparative Politics, International Relations, Public Policy, Public Administration). Examines the decision-making process and domestic sources of foreign policy, such as the electorate, public opinion, interest groups, and the media. This course examines economic globalization: what it is, who is harmed and helped by it, how countries and citizens respond to it, and what the future might hold. Students must demonstrate the ability to orally transmit ideas and information clearly. Prerequisite: POS 1041 or instructor permission. Prerequisite: CPO 2002 or instructor permission. POS 3691. Institutional Approaches to Democracies and Dictatorships (3). CPO 3034. Prerequisite: INR 2002 or instructor permission. May be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours. Varies with the instructor and semester. INR 3084. This course covers the history and current organization of Florida governmentthe executive, legislative, and judicial branches. For complete details interested students should contact the department. INR 4702. A minimum of 45 hours at the 3000 level or above, 30 of which must be taken at this University. Special emphasis is placed on the United Nations system, including its structure, activities, influence, and role in world integration.

This course should be taken as early as possible since it helps students understand the reading materials in their upper-level classes; to research topics for term papers; to participate in the internship program; and to design an honors thesis. Topics vary with the instructor and semester. This course examines developments in the so-called "transition countries" of Eastern Europe and Eurasia, drawing on readings to introduce students to the major debates on economic and political reform in the region.

The course addresses these problems by examining evidence from different contexts and by adopting a multidisciplinary approach. POS 4905r. Prerequisite: INR 2002 or instructor permission. Prerequisite Coursework: (6 hours) It compares the recent phenomena of truth commissions and pardons to the more traditional, legalistic approach of criminal prosecution. INR 4075. International Human Rights (3). May be repeated to a maximum of twelve semester hours. Note: CPO 2002, INR 2002, POS 1041, and PUP 3002 are prerequisites to most of the upper-level courses in their respective subfields. More specifically, the study of political science provides background for careers in government at the local, state, and national levels; in international organizations; political campaigns; interest groups and lobbying organizations; journalism; business; and the law. This course focuses on terrorist organizations and government responses to them. When offered as a seminar, selected topics are used to develop outstanding scholarship; also offered for individual students engaged in senior honors thesis. This course examines Latin American politics after the mid-20th century. This course examines the development of health policy and its practice in American health organizations. Privacy Policy This course describes, explains, and evaluates the structure, activities, and functions of political parties in the United States. Understanding Political Science Research (3). This course reviews the political role of the Supreme Court with particular attention to case law concerning judicial review, commerce power, federalism, and presidential and legislative power. May be repeated to a maximum of nine semester hours. This course examines the psychological origins of citizens' political beliefs and actions, while providing an overview of the theories and methods used in the field of political psychology. * POS 3713 (3) Understanding Political Science Research (required) Description of Major The major in Political Science is designed to educate citizens and promote their active interest in public affairs; prepare students for teaching and research in political science; provide a broad background for careers in public administration and other forms of government service and for careers in politics; offer pre-professional curriculum in foreign affairs and international relations; and provide a pre-law curriculum. The American Presidency (3). In this course, students explore the factors that structure individual's attitudes towards politics and how the distribution of public opinion on major issues affects government. Contact the department's Academic Coordinator if clarification is required. This course introduces the student to scholarly writing on violent political conflict.

This should be completed by the first semester of the junior year. May be repeated to a maximum of nine semester hours. An emphasis is on the variety of institutional arrangements found in dictatorships. Prerequisite: POS 1041 or instructor permission. CPO 3123. Prerequisite: CPO 2002 or instructor consent. Topics include legal education and law careers, role of lawyers in court, selection of judges, how civil and criminal cases get to and through the courts, plea bargaining, judicial decision-making, and court-made public policy. Major topics include the different actors that participate in international relations and the different goals they pursue, the processes of conflict and cooperation, and recent trends in international politics. Requirements Introduction to Comparative Government and Politics (3). These 30 hours must include at least: 21 semester hours at the 3000 or 4000 level or higher, 21 semester hours in the classroom (as distinguished from individual credits for honors, directed studies, and internships), including at least 12 semester hours at FSU. Public Administration courses may apply toward the 30 hours required in Political Science but cannot constitute a minor for Political Science majors. Total Hrs. This course is an introduction to the development of public policy in the United States. This course focuses on government and politics in the American states. This course discusses elementary theories of individual and group decisionmaking that are used to analyze various political phenomena such as the arms race, legislative politics, majority rule in democracies, voting and elections, and coalition governments. INR 4011. Prerequisite: PUP 3002 or instructor permission. American Government: National (3). Directed Individual Study (13). The introductory courses listed above can be counted toward this subfield requirement. Completion of a second major may be substituted for this requirement. Topics include the role of geography in international economics and trade, regional integration, geopolitics, territorial and resource disputes, and how decision-makers learn from history. This course examines how economic and social conditions affect politics and government in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and/or the Middle East. Examines the varying social and economic factors affecting U.S. cities. Tallahassee, FL 32306-2480, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM This course examines questions about democracy and dictatorship from an institutional perspective. Experiential Learning (0). Looks at the governor, the legislature, and the courts; the history of federalism; and policies, practices, and social institutions that affect state government. Additional Political Science courses to bring total hours in the major to 30