Critical Thinking and Analysis
You will understand the inner logic of each approach and its implications.
Politics, International Relations, and Political Philosophy
You will know the proper terminology to describe and define the major theoretical traditions in international relations.
Politics, International Relations, and Political Philosophy
Demonstrate a familiarity with each of the four major subfields of political science: American politics, comparative politics, international relations, and political philosophy.
Critical Thinking and Analysis
You will be able to compare, contrast, and critique these approaches and begin developing your own ideas.
Effective Research and Analysis
Use appropriate methods of analysis and research, including qualitative and quantitative methods, historical comparison, and textual interpretation to answer political questions.
Effective Research and Analysis
You will be able to begin testing the propositions of the theories.
Effective and Professional Writing
Write professional grade research papers on political science questions.
Critical Thinking and Analysis
Think critically, analytically, and synthetically.
Effective Citation
In addition, it is hoped that you will better appreciate the importance of, and apply high ethical standards of academic conduct, including proper source citation, calibrating conclusions to evidence honestly, and working alone without help when required.
