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The Political Science and International Relations program offers courses in a variety of subfields including international relations, comparative politics, American politics, law, and theory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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100-level courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n

These courses are open to all students, without prerequisites. POL 102, 103, and 104 fulfill the Social Science (SS) requirement. These courses are intended for first-year politics majors and minors as well as for students outside of the politics program<\/span>.<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

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POL 101 Exploring Power and Society in the National Capital Area<\/h3>\n

An\u00a0introduction to the study of politics and society in the Washington DC area, intended for new college students. The course makes use of the Marymount campus, site visits in Arlington VA and Washington DC, and mentorship from upperclass students and alums as students develop a basic understanding of the relationship between power and society at the local, national, and international levels and begin to develop research skills.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 102 International Relations<\/h3>\n

An introduction to relations between countries and an examination of the main conceptual approaches to understanding international conflict and cooperation. Liberal Arts Core Designation: SS. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 103 Comparative Politics<\/h3>\n

An introduction to the workings of politics inside countries other than the United States and an examination of the main conceptual approaches to understanding authority, institutions, and political change. Liberal Arts Core Designation: SS. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 104 American Government<\/h3>\n

An introductory survey and analysis of the political processes that describe the operations of the federal, state, and local branches of government. Intergovernmental relations are examined. Liberal Arts Core Designation: SS. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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200-level courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n

These courses provide intermediate examinations of selected topics in depth. They all have EN 102 as a prerequisite, and some have other politics prerequisites as well. Some of these courses fulfill the Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI) requirement.<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

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POL 210 Theory of Democracy<\/h3>\n

A\u00a0critical examination of modern theories of democracy, including considerations of citizenship, rights, representation, identity, ideology, and institutional change. Prerequisite: EN 102. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 230 American Policy Process<\/h3>\n

An introduction to the political dynamics of forming national public policy in the United States. For students with a basic understanding of American government institutions, the course uses case studies to focus on several different areas of policy. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 231 Media and Politics<\/h3>\n

This course examines the political dynamics between the news media and politics. The course is designed to provide a deeper understanding of media outlets, journalists, viewers, and their relationship with the government. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 240 Global Security<\/h3>\n

An in-depth examination of theories that seek to explain wars, alliances, arms races, civil wars, and terrorism, with applications to contemporary international politics. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102, POL 103, or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 241 Global Political Economy<\/h3>\n

An in-depth examination of theories that seek to explain how political systems address economic inequality, development, trade, labor relations, investment, migration, and natural resources, with applications to contemporary international politics. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102, POL 103, or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 244 Civil Wars, Insurrections, and Terrorism<\/h3>\n

An in-depth examination of how and why rebels, insurrectionists, and terrorists organize and use violence in pursuit of political goals, and how governments and other groups respond with repression, negotiation, or reforms, with applications to contemporary politics throughout the world. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102, POL 103, or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 250 Research and Writing<\/h3>\n

An introduction to the sources and methods used in political research and writing. Prerequisite: EN 102. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 276 Politics of Food<\/h3>\n

In this course we will explore the politics of food systems around the globe. The course will focus on approaches to food across cultures and the diverse institutions, customs, climate, and practices that frame decision-making around the world. Prerequisite: POL 102, POL 103, or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Science (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 277 Healthcare Public Policy<\/h3>\n

An introduction to the American health care system, with an emphasis on the creation and analysis of health policy. Prerequisite: EN 102 and POL 102, POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Science (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 280 Contemporary Issues in Latin American Politics<\/h3>\n

This course uses theories of regime transition, social movements, democratic stability, institutional change, and others to examine selected current events in Latin America. Readings, written assignments, presentations, and discussions are conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 202 or permission of instructor, and one course from POL 102, POL 103, or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Breadth in Social Science (SS), Depth in Science (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
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300- and 400-level courses<\/strong><\/h2>\n

These courses provide advanced study of specific politics topics and involve student-directed projects. Most have some politics pre-requisites, and some fill the Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI) requirements.<\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

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POL 300 State and Urban Politics<\/h3>\n

A survey of the structure of state and urban political units and institutions. An examination of their policy and decision-making processes and an investigation of state-federal relations. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in POL 104 or POL 230, or permission of the instructor. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 306 Gender and Politics<\/h3>\n

An in-depth examination of the relationship between gender and political authority around the world, focusing on differences across countries in rights and representation, the role of gender in campaigns and elections in democracies, and the politics of related social policies across advanced democracies including those regulating abortion and marriage. Prerequisite: EN 102 and any one of the following: POL 102, POL 103, POL 104, or GEND 200. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 307 Race and Politics<\/h3>\n

This course examines race and politics in the United States. The course will analyze the role of minority groups, including African Americans, Latino Americans, and Asian Americans, in the political arena. Moreover, we will look at issues of immigration, affirmative action, and education as they impact minority groups in the U.S. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 310 Political Parties and Interest Groups<\/h3>\n

An analysis of group theory in a democratic society. The course examines the influence of interest groups in American politics at the federal and state levels. Prerequisites: EN 102 and either POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 315 The Presidency<\/h3>\n

A survey of the historical development and the constitutional powers of the office. The course analyzes the principal roles in national and world politics played by modern presidents. Prerequisites: EN 102 and either POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 320 The Congress<\/h3>\n

A review of the history of Congress and a description of its functions, its structure, and the legislative process. The course examines current and historical issues that relate to the proper role of Congress in the American scheme of government. Prerequisites: grade of C or better in POL 104 or POL 230, and a grade of C or better in POL 250 or its equivalent, or permission of instructor. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 325 Voting Behavior<\/h3>\n

A study of the voting behavior of the American electorate and its representatives and the causes of that behavior. Prerequisites: EN 102 and either POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 330 Judicial Politics<\/h3>\n

This course examines the judicial system and its larger impact on U.S. political life. The course addresses the main actors, trial courts, appellate courts, and the court system’s role in a representative democracy. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 103 or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 332 American Foreign Policy<\/h3>\n

A history of the policies of the United States toward other governments and analysis of the principal factors to be considered in formulating and executing American foreign policy. Prerequisites: grade of C or better in POL 102 and POL 250 or any other WI course, or permission of instructor. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 333 United States Constitutional History<\/h3>\n

A study of the evolution of several issues of American Constitutional Law. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 335 American Constitutional Law I<\/h3>\n

An introduction to the federal judiciary in American government and a survey of the principal decisions of constitutional law that have influenced the development of the American polity. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in EN 102. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 336 American Constitutional Law II<\/h3>\n

A survey of the principal court decisions concerning individual rights under the United States Constitution. Prerequisites: grade of C or better in EN 102. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 375 Politics of Climate Change<\/h3>\n

An examination of the politics of climate change, focusing on the political processes at the international, national, and local levels around both prevention and adaptation. Prerequisites: EN 102 and either POL 102, POL 103, POL 104, or BIO 110. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI).(3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 380 Politics of Latin America<\/h3>\n

Examines the systems of government of countries in Latin America \u2014 including Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and South America \u2014 and their relations with each other and with major countries outside the region. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102 or POL 103. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 381 Politics of Sub-Saharan Africa<\/h3>\n

Examines the systems of government of countries in Africa south of the Sahara \u2014 including but not limited to the DR Congo, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, and Uganda \u2014 and their relations with each other and with major countries outside the region. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102 or POL 103. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 382 Politics of Western Europe<\/h3>\n

Examines the systems of government of countries in Western Europe \u2014 including but not limited to France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom \u2014 and their relations with each other and with major countries outside the region. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102 or POL 103. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 385 Politics of South Asia<\/h3>\n

Examines the systems of government of countries in South Asia \u2014 Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka \u2014 and their relations with each other and with major countries outside the region. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102 or POL 103. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 386 Politics of East Asia<\/h3>\n

Examines the systems of government of countries in East Asia \u2014 including China (PRC), Mongolia, North and South Korea, Japan, and Taiwan \u2014 and their relations with each other and with major countries outside the region. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102 or POL 103. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 388 Politics of North America<\/h3>\n

Examines the systems of government of Canada, the United States, and Mexico and their relations with each other. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102, POL 103, or POL 104. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 390 China – Latin America Relations<\/h3>\n

This course offers an in-depth analysis of the evolving relations between China and Latin American countries. It covers historical perspectives, strategic interactions, and the dynamics of dependency, as well as the implications of these relationships for US-China relations. Dimensions of China-Latam relations covered include diplomatic, economic, military, and cultural ties. The course aims to provide students with a nuanced understanding of the complexities and strategic interests at play in this critical aspect of international relations. Prerequisite: EN 102 and either POL 102 or POL 103. Liberal Arts Core Designation: Social Science (SS) Depth in Sciences (DSCI). (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 400 Internship<\/h3>\n

Students register for an internship with a service or research organization. The internship is monitored by the School of Humanities Academic Internship Mentor and a representative of the cooperating organization. This course may be repeated for credit. Prerequisites: 75 hours and permission of the School of Humanities Internship Mentor. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 420 Senior Seminar<\/h3>\n

Provides an opportunity for majors to explore more thoroughly a subject previously studied in the politics curriculum. The focus of each seminar is a student paper demonstrating appropriate skill in research and writing on political topics. Offered spring semester only. Prerequisites: POL 250. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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POL 421 Project<\/h3>\n

An investigation of a selected topic in the emphasis discipline. The project is intended to demonstrate the ability to conduct independent research and present the results in writing of commendable quality. Prerequisite: permission of the dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. (3)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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