PLSC, BA, Four-Year Plan
Four-Year Plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
Sample Plan for New Students
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated proficiency - Credits in Major: 65
- Minimum GPA: 2.00 (both cumulative and major)
Resources for Success
- Plan courses on MySeattleU.
- Meet with a Career Advisor.
- Access academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for more information.
Four-Year Plan For New Students
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | HIST 1200, 1210, or 2310 (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module I (5) | PLSC 2000, 2300, 2500, or 2600 (5) |
| Course 3 | Language 1150 (5) | Language 1250* (5) | Language 1350* (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor
- Create plan in Student Planning
- Get Involved
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module I (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Module I (5) | PLSC 2000, 2300, 2500, or 2600 (5) | PLSC Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | PLSC 2000, 2300, 2500, or 2600 (5) | ECON 2130 Principles of Economics - Macro (5) |
PLSC 2000, 2300, 2500, or 2600 (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Academic Advisor(s)
- Plan for Study Abroad
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module III* (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) | Comparative Politics Sub- Field Course (5) |
| Course 2 | UCOR Module II* | Political Theory & Law Sub- Field Course (5) | PLSC Elective (5 |
| Course 3 | International Politics Sub- Field Course (5) | General Electives (5) | General Electives (5) |
Year 3 Steps for Success
- Find Internship or Research Opportunities
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Review Educational Plan
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module III* (5) | PLSC 4220, 4650, or 4360 Core Capstone (5) | PLSC Elective (5) |
| Course 2 | American Politics Sub- Field Course (5) | General Electives (5) | General Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 4 Steps for Success
- Meet with Faculty Advisor
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning