Students must complete a minimum of 36 hours. 11 courses (3 or 4 hrs.) plus the capstone POL 480: Senior Seminar.
Students who double major in history and politics may count no more than two departmental cross-listed courses toward each major. Except with specific department permission, no more than three courses may be taken at any place other than at Converse, including courses taken at Wofford, may count toward the minimum hours for the major. Transfer students and those in approved study abroad programs (with prior authorization) may be given more latitude on this provision.
The major requirements are as follows:
Introductory
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6-8
American Government
Two courses from:
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6
Public Policy, Political Process, and Political Culture
Two courses from:
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
6-8
International Affairs
Three courses from:
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
9-12
Electives
Two courses from the 200-400 level.
Sub-Total Credits
6
Internships
Internships do NOT count toward the 36 minimum credits for the degree.
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
12-24
Total Credits
36-43