Minimum GPA of 2.000 overall and in the major required for graduation.
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Minimum GPA of 2.000 overall and in the major required for graduation.
Credit for political science courses completed with a passing grade at other colleges or universities may be granted in instances where comparable courses exist within the department at UB. The department gives transfer credit for a maximum of five political science courses. Where applicable, transfer courses may be used to meet specific departmental requirements.
SUNY Seamless Transfer is a SUNY-wide program intended to make transferring to UB and other SUNY Schools simple and efficient for SUNY students. SUNY has defined courses that SUNY students can take before transferring which will apply to the major at UB and ensure timely graduation.
Information about the Transfer Path for this major can be found on the SUNY Website.
Students are encouraged to contact their academic advisor or department to discuss how their coursework will apply to their degree.
PSC 102 Introduction to International Relations
PSC 103 Introduction to Comparative Politics
One Methods of Inquiry Course from the following:
One International or Comparative Political Economy Course from the following:
One International Law, International Organization, or International Communication Course from the following:
One Conflict, Political or Social Dynamics Course from the following:
Two Global Areas Courses from the following (six credits required):
Two upper-division courses in the International Relations or Comparative Politics Study Areas from the following:
Two Additional Political Science electives/courses to meet the major requirement.
Of the 12 courses, at least eight must be at the 300/400 level.
A maximum of two courses (six credit hours) can be from the following:
UB Seminar courses cannot count towards major requirements.
Credits Required for Major | 36 |
Additional Credits Required for UB Curriculum | 36 |
Additional Credits Required for Electives | 48 |
Total Credits Required for Degree | 120 |
Students should consult with an academic advisor to determine how any transfer or exam credit might be utilized in meeting general education, prerequisite, or major requirements.
See Baccalaureate Degree Requirements for general education and remaining university requirements.
Total Credit Hours Required represents the minimum credits needed to complete this program, and may vary based on a number of circumstances. This chart should not be used for financial aid purposes.