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Politics and LawA Major Today’s world is shaped by political and legal questions and decisions. The role of government has expanded to encompass economic, social, and moral realms. In addition, economies, cultures, and political systems are now affected by international challenges and opportunities. The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Politics and Law delves into the legal and political aspects of modern society. The degree requires ten courses of in-depth study that allows students to move from being spectators to active citizens with the capacity to shape decisions and contribute to a successful democratic society. Studying Politics and LawThe Politics and Law degree unites the complementary disciplines of Political Science and Legal Studies. Students majoring in Politics and Law develop an understanding of both domestic and foreign political and judicial systems. They learn about other countries’ politics and societies, examine global interactions, and explore ethical and intellectual debates that shape personal and societal choices. The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Politics and Law includes six required courses. In the Political Science field, students take one course from each of three of the discipline’s major subfields: American politics, comparative politics (examining politics outside of the United States), and international politics. From Legal Studies, the three required courses introduce students to a variety of legal issues, but also provide insights into the ways that law is shaped by cultural forces, social change, intellectual debate, and historical developments. Students then choose three electives in the major – at least one at the 400 level – drawn from upper level Political Science and Legal Studies courses. The major culminates with the Seminar in Politics and Law. This capstone course provides majors with a distinctive experience that engages them in careful reading and discussion of key academic literature, and allows them to work intensively with the instructor to complete a major research project on a topic of their choice. Politics and Law students benefit from the synergy between liberal arts and business in considering issues such as governmental social policies, tax policy, labor law, trade policy, environmental regulation, and intellectual property rights that span multiple academic disciplines. Students benefit from world-class faculty and internship opportunities to develop their intellectual and critical-thinking capabilities. CoursesIn addition to the Bachelor of Arts degree requirements, students in the Politics and Law major must complete:
For complete course descriptions, please refer to the course catalog. Courses are listed in alphabetical order. Opportunities After Graduation The study of Political Science and Legal Studies develops valuable skills in analytic thinking, decision-making, and communication. Professional opportunities are available in a range of careers, including:
Students are also well-prepared to pursue advanced study in law or other fields such as international relations, political science, or public administration. For More InformationTo learn more about the Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in Politics and Law, please contact:
John W. Dietrich, Ph.D. or
Andrea Boggio, Ph.D. |
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