Area VI- Seminars, Independent Studies and Internships
- POL 295- Lower Division Seminar
- Special topics. Consult Department Chair concerning terms and subject matter. (On demand)
- POL 483- Seminar in Political Statistics and Methodology
- An introductory survey of the methods of political science with an emphasis on quantitative reasoning and research design including evaluation of existing research in the field. Discussion of experimental designs, descriptive and inferential statistics, computer methods and issues in the construction and execution of political survey.
- POL 495- Seminar
- Selected topics. Consult Department Chair concerning terms and subject matter.
- POL 199- Internship
- A work or serviced-based learning experience at the sophomore level in which a student, faculty member and site supervisor design a learning agreement which links the ideas and the methods of the discipline with opportunities inherent in the placement. Participation in a concurrent seminar is often expected. Prior to the beginning of the term/registration, interested students must consult with departmental Internship Coordinator and the Internship Office regarding requirements and permission to register.
- POL 299- Directed Study
- An opportunity to study topics not covered in the scheduled offerings under the direction of an Instructor. Open to all students, but normally taken by sophomores and juniors. Approval must be secured from the instructor and the department chairperson in writing before the term in which the study is undertaken.
- POL 399- Internship
- A work or serviced-based learning experience at the junior-senior level in which a student, faculty member and site supervisor design a learning agreement which links the ideas and the methods of the discipline with opportunities inherent in the placement. Participation in a concurrent a concurrent seminar is often expected. Prior to the beginning of the term/registration, interested students must consult with departmental Internship Coordinator and the Internship Office regarding requirements and permission to register.
- POL 499- Independent Study/Research
- An opportunity for advanced research and specialized research projects. Normally open to junior and senior majors. Approval must be secured from the instructor and the department chairperson in writing before the term in which the study is undertaken.
