PROGRAM AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
<p><strong>UW-Whitewater offers the following undergraduate Political Science degree options:</strong></p>
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<li><a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-ba-bs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Political Science (BA/BS)</a> | <a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-ba-bs/#fouryearplantext" target="_blank" rel="noopener">4-year plan</a></li>
<li><a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-honors-emphasis-ba-bs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Political Science - Honors Emphasis (BA/BS)</a> | <a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-honors-emphasis-ba-bs/#fouryearplantext" target="_blank" rel="noopener">4-year plan</a></li>
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<p><strong>Teaching licensure:</strong></p>
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<li><a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-education-bse/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Political Science Education (BSE)</a> | <a href="https://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-education-bse/#fouryearplantext" target="_blank" rel="noopener">4-year plan</a></li>
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<p><strong>Minors:</strong></p>
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<li><a href="http://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/legal-studies-minor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Legal Studies</a></li>
<li><a href="http://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/middle-eastern-studies-minor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Middle Eastern Studies</a></li>
<li><a href="http://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-minor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Political Science</a></li>
<li><a href="http://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/political-science-minor-education-emphasis/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Political Science — Education</a></li>
<li><a href="http://uww-public.courseleaf.com/undergraduate/letters-sciences/politics-government-and-law/public-administration-minor/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Public Administration</a></li>
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<p>In addition to UW-Whitewater’s general education requirements, as a political science major, you’ll take a set of core and foundational courses that will vary based on your concentration.</p>
<p>You’ll also get to choose from a large selection of electives and advanced courses based on your personal and professional interests, such as:</p>
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<li>Environmental Law</li>
<li>Peace Studies: Conflict Resolution & Crisis Management</li>
<li>History of American Indian Law and Policy</li>
<li>Religion and American Politics</li>
<li>Science Policy and Human Health</li>
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<p>An approved minor is also required.</p>
<p>Students pursuing the BSE will also complete the required education courses and teaching placements to fulfill licensing requirements.</p>
<p>Students in the Honors emphasis are required to complete a research project, as well as take courses in all five areas of political science.</p>
HOW TO APPLY
<p>To apply, you’ll complete the UW-Whitewater standard application for admission and indicate your interest in a political science major.</p>
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