Political Science & International Studies Major
Budapest, Hungary
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
Introduction
The major in Political Science and International Studies is designed to provide an understanding of political systems in general and of the American government, European affairs, and international relations in particular.
This major provides intellectual and practical preparation for public service, diplomacy, and journalism, and serves as a preparation for law studies and other graduate-level pursuits. Small classes permit students to hone their information literacy, research methods, and communication skills. McDanielโs Budapest campus exposes students to a host of different cultures and international institutions, while its campus in Maryland provides a platform for work in Washington, D.C
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Curriculum
- Introduction to Political Science
- Classical Political Thought
- Modern Political Thought
- State and Local Government
- International Law and Organization
- Approaches to International Relations
- The European Union: History, Institutions, and Major Policies
- American Political Thought
- American Public Policy
- Comparative Politics of Western European Polities
- Environmental Policy
- United States Campaigns and Elections
- Research Design and Methods
- Internships in Political Science
- Independent Studies in Political Science
- U.S. Foreign Policy
- American Constitutional Law
- Politics of Developing Areas
- Comparative Politics of Communist and Post Communist Political Systems
- American Civil Liberties
- Conflict Resolution, Peacemaking, and Peacekeeping in Post-Cold War World
- Independent Studies in Political Science
- Senior Seminar
Program Outcome
Students advance to postgraduate work in fields like electoral studies, media and politics, public policy, international security, international law, peace studies, political philosophy, governmental institutions, and studies of major geographic regions (Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East).
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Career Opportunities
Students completing the Political Science and International Studies major pursue careers in government and politics, intelligence, international business, international non-profit organizations, law, research and analysis, and media.