Understanding Politics

People and Society
Understanding Politics

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  • Academic Plan
    PS_0016
  • Cognate
    People and Society
  • Responsible Academic Unit
    Contact Info
    • Name: Louise Davidson-Schmich
    • Email: davidson@miami.edu
    • Phone: Please contact by email
    • Location: 1300 Campo Sano / Suite 160H
  • Recommended for
    All students.
  • Required Courses
    Students must complete at least 3 courses for at least 9 credits.
  • Number of Groups: 3

Cognate Categories

Description

This cognate introduces students to the major subfields of the political science discipline including American Politics, Comparative Politics, and International Relations.

Option Groups

Complete 3 of the following option groups:

*Indicates an inactive course

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