Political Science Transfer Pathway

In the MSUM Political Science program, you'll learn to embrace diplomatic approaches, acknowledge versatility in political thought and understand global perspectives through a variety of learning experiences. The Political Science transfer pathway can help you efficiently map your journey to completing your bachelor's degree.

Third Year - Fall Semester

Course No. Course Name Credits
POL 105* Making Sense of Politics (or Elective) 3
POL 210 Intro to Political Science 3
POL 230
OR
Intro to Law
OR
3
POL 322 Executive and Legislative Process 3
POL* Elective - Consult MSUM Advisor 3
Elective* Consult MSUM Advisor 3
Semester Credits Total 15

Notes:

  • *Required if a ‘comparative government’ or ‘intro to politics’ course wasn’t taken. Otherwise an elective may be taken.
  • *Should be upper division to meet the requirement of 40 upper division credits. Elective credits may be used to earn a minor in a related discipline.

 

Third Year - Spring Semester

Course No. Course Name Credits
POL 310 Political Science Research Methods 3
POL 340*
OR
Public Policy
OR
3
POL 341 Comparative Govern Western Europe (WI) 3
POL 349
OR
Public Administration
OR
3
POL 350 Great Power Politics (WI) 3
POL Elective - Consult MSUM Advisor 3
Elective** Consult MSUM Advisor 3
Semester Credits Total 15

Notes:

  • *Choice of course depends on the choice made with class below. Consult your MSUM advisor.
  • **Two writing intensive (WI) courses are required. Use an elective to fulfill that requirement if needed.

 

Fourth Year - Fall Semester

Course No. Course Name Credits
POL Elective - Consult MSUM Advisor 3
POL Elective - Consult MSUM Advisor 3
Elective* Consult MSUM Advisor 9
Semester Credits Total 15

Notes:

  • *Should be at the upper division to meet the requirement of 40 upper division credits.

 

Fourth Year -Spring Semester

Course No. Course Name Credits
POL* Elective - Consult MSUM Advisor 3
POL* Elective - Consult MSUM Advisor 3
Elective* Consult MSUM Advisor 9
Semester Credits Total 15

Notes:

  • *Should be at the upper division to meet the requirement of 40 upper division credits.

Award: BA

Degree: Political Science

Total Credits: 60

 

Students who take courses part-time or who take summer coursework will affect their completion time.

MSUM may change the requirements and timing of semesters they offer courses. Consult with your MSUM advisor.