
These areas can be derived from within, between, or outside traditional disciplines. An area is defined as a particular intellectual theme or subfield of interest to be investigated in the course of one’s studies. Area StudiesĮach student will be required to define three different area studies. The 8 required hours are fulfilled by PST 4850, PST 4870, and PST 4980-89. * All courses are 3 credits, unless otherwise noted. SOC 3020 – Introduction to Social Theory.RELG 3650 – Systems of Theological Ethics.PLPT 3030 – Contemporary Political Thought.PLPT 3010 – Ancient and Medieval Political Theory.PLIR 3310 – Ethics and Human Rights in World Politics.HIEU 3802 – Origins of Contemporary Thought.ANTH 3010 – Theory and History of Anthropology (4 credits).

Because the program already offers a great deal of flexibility in your program, we try to limit the number of foundation classes this enhances the common experience of students in the program. If you are interested in a course that does not appear on this list, but that you think might qualify, please send a query to the Director of PST, with the syllabus for the prospective class.

Other courses may also qualify: because courses come in and go out from year to year, no list can be definitive. It is helpful, but not required, to take one of the listed foundation classes prior to your application.īelow is a list of currently qualifying courses. There are four basic components to the major:Įach student must complete at least six credits that deal with political and social thought or its historical foundations. The Undergraduate Record and Graduate Record represent the official repository for academic program requirements. Note: The information contained on this website is for informational purposes only.
