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2020/2021 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Political Science Minor


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Courses in the minor may not be counted toward the major, but may be used to satisfy preparation for the major and general education requirements, if applicable. A minimum of six upper division units must be completed in residence at San Diego State University.

Required Courses


The minor in political science consists of a minimum of 21 units in political science to include

Upper Division Courses


Twelve of the 21 units must be in upper division courses (excluding POL S 390W ) and at least nine of these units must be selected from one of the following subject matter areas (a or b or c) as listed in the major.

  1. Political Theory (Field I)
  2. American Politics (Field II)
  3. Comparative Politics and International Politics
  4. (Fields III and IV)

International Experience


The department encourages international experience for students in the political science minor. It will facilitate the transfer of political science credits for appropriate study abroad, student exchange, or other overseas programs. International internships may also receive political science credit, if approved in advance by a department adviser.

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