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involved in the American Studies Program for either the fall or spring semester, earning 16 semester credits in the internship and study seminars. A student may earn all 16 credits in Political Science or 13 credits in Political Science and 3 credits in Bible, if desired. POSC 225 or POSC 250 is a prerequisite to the program. Biola Washington, D.C. Study Tour Biola students in the Biola: Washington, DC Program spend five-six weeks completing short-term internships in Washington, DC and studying political science with Biola professors. The program runs in partnership with the CCCU’s American Studies Program in Washington, DC, and capitalizes on ASP’s relationships in Washington to establish internships for our students. Students will earn 3 hours of internship credit and 3 hours of POSC credit. The purposes of the program are to provide hands-on learning experiences and develop professional skills; to help students experience the unique world of national politics and consider the Godly calling of public service; and, to motivate students to dig deeper and challenge themselves in their studies. Learning Outcomes Program Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, students will be able to: 1. Identify key figures and articulate important ideas of political theory, and apply them to current trends and events in politics (ULO 1). 2. Demonstrate competent knowledge of world geography, comparative political systems, and the principles of international relations (ULO 1). 3. Articulate Constitutional principles and apply them to the institutions and challenges in current American politics (ULO 1). 4. Articulate the integration of political science with a biblical worldview (ULO 2). 5. Engage their future vocation in political science as faithful stewards of God's calling, and understand their rights and duties as responsible citizens in a diverse polity (ULO 2). 6. Demonstrate growing skills at critical thinking and analysis, and communicate and defend their ideas persuasively and cogently, on the basis of evidence and sound research (ULO 3). Each Program Learning Outcome (PLO) listed above references at least one of the University Learning Outcomes (ULO 1, 2, 3), which may be found in the General Information (p. 6) section of this catalog. Requirements Political Science majors preparing for graduate school should include a foreign language in their program. Seek advice from the department. Students must take the following History courses to fulfill the U.S. and World History requirement: HIST 101 World Civilizations II HIST 200 United States History To 1865 Program Courses Curriculum Requirements Program-Specific Core Curriculum (GE) Courses
The following Political Science courses are required, which include at least one course in each of the following categories: American Government, International Politics, Political Theory. All students must take: POSC 211 Introduction to Political Economy
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POSC 208 POSC 250
World Politics
Foundations of the American Political System Virtue, Citizenship, and Politics Political Science Research Methods
POSC 256 POSC 290 POSC 490 POSC 499
Internship in Political Science
Senior Seminar
Select three upper-division POSC courses
Select one of the following American Government courses: POSC 301 Fundamentals of Public Administration POSC 320 The American Presidency POSC 360 Economic History of the United States POSC 400 Political Parties and the Electoral Process POSC 406 Legislation POSC 410 American Constitutional Law POSC 420 Courts and Public Policy Select one of the following International Politics courses: POSC 240 Liberty and the Free Market in England POSC 308 Foreign Policy and Diplomacy POSC 309 National Security Strategy and Military Affairs POSC 317 Politics of Global Terrorism POSC 365 Wealth and Justice POSC 407 International Organizations and Political Economy POSC 409 Strategic Intelligence Select one of the following Political Theory courses:
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POSC 350 Political Philosophy – Ancient POSC 351 Political Philosophy – Modern POSC 430 Church and State Relations Total Credits
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Psychology, B.A. Mission
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Psychology encompasses: 1. Training in psychology. The objective is to provide the foundations appropriate for further learning whether in graduate school, other vocational training, or in general living. 2. Promotion of investigation and integration of psychology and theology. Investigation and integration will take the form of incorporation of psychology and biblical training in the integration of faith, learning, and living. 3. Development and promotion of the use of the education in ministry and service. Ministry and service takes the form of active participation in the functions of the Christian and secular communities.
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