Courses and Syllabi
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Government and International Politics Fall 2026
Undergraduate
GOVT 101: Democratic Theory and Practice (3 Credits)
Comparative exploration; topics include contemporary analysis of the meanings of liberty, equality, representation, property rights, voting rights, and civil responsibilities.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Social/Behavioral Sciences
Schedule Type: Lecture, Recitation
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
3 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 101 - 001: Democratic Theory/Pract — Christopher D. Berk — 04:30 PM to 05:45 PM MW - Horizon Hall 2009
- GOVT 101 - 002: Democratic Theory/Pract — Char R Miller — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR - Horizon Hall 1014
- GOVT 101 - DL1: Democratic Theory/Pract - Online
GOVT 103: Introduction to American Government (3 Credits)
An overview of key organizing principles of American government, including its institutions, history, and various aspects of political participation.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture, Recitation
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 103 - 001: Intro to American Govt — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR - Peterson Hall 1105
- GOVT 103 - 002: Intro to American Govt — Jennifer N Victor — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM MW - Horizon Hall 2014
GOVT 132: Introduction to International Politics (3 Credits)
Nature of international politics, approaches to study of international politics, state and nonstate actors in international system, patterns of action and interaction between nation-states, international institutions, and major global issues.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
3 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 132 - 001: Intro International Poli — Peter Mandaville — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW - Horizon Hall 2016
- GOVT 132 - 002: Intro International Poli — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - Merten Hall 1200
- GOVT 132 - DL1: Intro International Poli — Eric B Shiraev - Online
GOVT 133: Introduction to Comparative Politics (3 Credits)
Explores differences in politics and governance across the world. Topics studied include state formation, democracy and authoritarianism, economic development, political participation, political representation, and regime change.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 133 - 001: Intro Comparative Politics — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM MW - Horizon Hall 1014
- GOVT 133 - 002: Intro Comparative Politics — Mariely Lopez-Santana — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR - Lecture Hall 1
GOVT 300: Research Methods and Analysis (4 Credits)
Emphasizes asking clear, researchable questions and using appropriate evidence to answer them. Introduces broad range of evidence including quantitative and qualitative information. Studies design and analysis of surveys, government archives, case studies, and interpretations of events in journals. Examines ethical implications of information technologies. Notes: Required for all majors in government and international politics, and public administration. Strongly recommended before or during first semester of enrolling in 300-level courses.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Mason Core: Mason Core, Info Tech & Computing
Recommended Prerequisite: 60 hours or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Laboratory, Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
GOVT 301: Public Law and the Judicial Process (3 Credits)
American judicial organization and operation, role of the Supreme Court in policy formation, and selected constitutional principles.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to CRIM 301.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
GOVT 307: Legislative Behavior (3 Credits)
Organization, processes, functions, and roles of legislature and U.S. Congress members. Topics may include state legislatures and cross-national comparisons.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 307 - DL1: Legislative Behavior — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM M - Online
GOVT 312: Political Parties and Campaigns (3 Credits)
Characteristics and functions of political parties, influence of parties and other political forces on electoral decisions, and emphasis on parties' inability or ability to hold government accountable to citizens.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
GOVT 319: Issues in Government and Politics (1-3 Credits)
Studies special issues relevant to government and politics. Topics announced in advance. Examples include politics and the arts, ethnic conflict and the political system, gender politics, and changing dynamics in political institutions. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
5 Sections Currently Scheduled »
- GOVT 319 - 001: Legal Writing — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Horizon Hall 4014
- GOVT 319 - 003: Race in American Politics — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - Krug Hall 19
- GOVT 319 - 004: Reform in Democracies — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M - Aquia Building 347
- GOVT 319 - 011: Religion and Poliltics — John Farina — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW - Horizon Hall 1011
- GOVT 319 - DL1: Medical Policy and Bioethics — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM R - Online
GOVT 322: International Relations Theory (3 Credits)
Advanced inquiry into international relations. Studies theories, concepts of international relations, and major forces and issues in international politics.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132 or 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 322 - 001: Intl Relations Theory — Ahsan Butt — 04:30 PM to 05:45 PM MW - Innovation Hall 223
GOVT 323: Classical Western Political Theory (3 Credits)
Lectures, discussions of developments in Western tradition of political thought from time of Greek city-state to late medieval Christendom. Topics include nature and purpose of politics, relationship between individual and state, political significance of religion and tradition, and concept of natural law.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to PHIL 323.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 101, or three credits of Philosophy.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 323 - 002: Classical West Pol Thry — Char R Miller — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - Peterson Hall 2411
GOVT 329: Issues in Political Theories and Values (1-3 Credits)
Studies special issues relevant to theoretical and value aspects of government and politics. Topics announced in advance. Examples include ethics and politics, ethics and environmental policy, changing perspectives on civil rights and liberties, religion and politics, and changing views of public space. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 329 - 001: American Civil Justice — Kelly K. Richter — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM W - Planetary Hall 212
GOVT 331: Politics of Latin America (3 Credits)
Contemporary politics, foreign policy, and society in Latin America. Presents critical issues relevant to all countries within the region, such as democratization, development promotion, responses to human rights abuses, and national and international security.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 331 - 001: Politics of Latin America — Jo-Marie Burt — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM R - Planetary Hall 224
GOVT 338: Politics of Eurasia (3 Credits)
Examines politics and international relations of Russia, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia, from the Soviet era to the present. Explores political, economic, and cultural changes since the Soviet collapse and how states and societies in Eurasia are addressing diverse local and global challenges.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Specialized Designation: Non-Western Culture
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 338 - 001: Politics of Eurasia — Eric McGlinchey — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - East Building 201
GOVT 339: Issues in the Politics of Advanced Industrial Societies (1-3 Credits)
Studies selected current political issues in industrial democracies of Western Europe and North America. Specific topics chosen each semester to reflect contemporary political concerns in these countries, but political process in advanced industrial countries is organizing principle throughout the course. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103 or 133 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 339 - 001: Demography and Population — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM R - West Building 1008
GOVT 342: Diplomacy (3 Credits)
Origins of organized diplomacy: tasks, procedures, instruments, and problems of diplomacy. Emphasizes current, future roles of diplomacy.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 342 - DL1: Diplomacy - Online
- GOVT 342 - DL2: Diplomacy - Online
GOVT 343: International Political Economy (3 Credits)
Introduces international political economy. Examines interplay of economics and politics, and applies these to different issues and regions. Focuses on issues of contemporary significance, with attention to historical trajectories, development, and basic concepts of political economy. This course might have a regional focus.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133; or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 343 - 002: Int'l Political Economy — Bassam S. Haddad — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Exploratory Hall (formerly Science and Tech II) - Hybrid
GOVT 344: American Foreign Policy (3 Credits)
Central issues surrounding the conduct of America's foreign relations, with special emphasis on structural and constitutional questions, national policy objectives abroad, and conduct of foreign policy in a democracy.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 344 - DL1: American Foreign Policy — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M - Online
GOVT 351: Administration in the Political System (3 Credits)
Administrative structures and processes in political setting of public management. Presents organization and administrative theory, critiques, and current practices; and examines impact of changes in social, political, and economic environment on concepts, models.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 351 - DL1: Admin in the Political System — 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM TR - Online
GOVT 356: Public Budgeting and Finance (3 Credits)
Covers tools and techniques in budgeting and financial management in U.S. governments, including management of public financial institutions, budgetary process and reform, and relationship of public budgeting to national economic policy.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 351.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 356 - 001: Public Budgeting/Finance — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Horizon Hall 3012
GOVT 357: Urban Planning (3 Credits)
Reviews spatial, policy, and administration principles that guide urban planning activities in the United States. Outlines differences between theory and practice and provides tools, methods, and perspectives commonly incorporated into practice of urban planning and policy analysis.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to GGS 357.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 351
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 357 - 001: Urban Planning — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Peterson Hall 1111
GOVT 364: Public Policy Making (3 Credits)
Provides an introduction to the public policy process by exploring how policies are designed, implemented, and evaluated, why certain issues gain policy attention while others do not, and what contributes to the relative success or failure of different policies. . Topics include an overview of public policy and its relationship with politics, the stages of policy development, the key actors and dynamics involved, and the factors influencing policy outcomes.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 364 - DL1: Public Policy Making — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM W - Online
GOVT 399: Research Practicum (1-3 Credits)
Applies research methods in context of assisting with faculty research. Individualized sections taught by arrangement with full-time faculty. Methods adopted vary, but generally include library research, data collection, data analysis, and report construction.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 300 and Permission of Instructor.
Schedule Type: Research
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 399 - 002: IR Policy Task Force — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM M - Planetary Hall 124
GOVT 409: Virginia Government and Politics (3 Credits)
Examines politics in Virginia, with a focus on the legislative process. Emphasizes key legislative issues and the development of policies and laws. Particular attention to the influence of political actors and the practical working of Virginia’s General Assembly.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 409 - DL1: VA Government and Politics — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Online
GOVT 412: Media and Political Controversy (3 Credits)
Responsibilities and freedoms of mass media in democracy. Explores Influence of media on citizens' opinions, elections, and decisions of public officials.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to COMM 412.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 412 - 001: Media and Political Controvrsy — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Thompson Hall 1017
GOVT 414: Politics of Race and Gender (3 Credits)
Examines political, economic, and social impact of public policies and implications for race, gender, and age.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 414 - 002: Wmn's Activ:Jim Crow/Black Pwr — Yevette Richards Jordan — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - Horizon Hall 3012
GOVT 423: Constitutional Law: Civil Rights and Liberties (3 Credits)
Examines the foundational laws and policies designed to establish and protect civil rights and individual liberties in the U.S. and strategies used to promote and enforce these protections. Students will explore key constitutional protections, including First Amendment freedoms (speech, press, assembly, association, and religion), the right to privacy, and equal protection under the Fourteenth Amendment.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts. Equivalent to CRIM 423.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 423 - 001: Const Law: Civ Rghts/Lib — Kelly K. Richter — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - Peterson Hall 1109
GOVT 434: Democracy in Global Perspective (3 Credits)
Analyzes how democracy is practiced globally by comparing it with other political systems and studies why democracy succeeds or fails in different regions of the world. . Examines the phenomenon of democratic waves, democratic transitions, and how democracy is shaped by economics, culture, gender, media and technology, electoral and party systems, social and transnational movements.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 434 - 001: Democracy-Global Perspec — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR
GOVT 443: Law and Ethics of War (3 Credits)
Explores sources of morality in armed conflict, and implications of such ideas for international relations. Examines content and philosophy of modern law of war.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 443 - DL1: Law and Ethics of War — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R - Online
GOVT 444: Issues in International Studies (1-3 Credits)
Major issues in international systems, including international political economy and security. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 444 - 001: Foreign Intel/ Civil Liberties — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - Lecture Hall 2
GOVT 445: Human Rights (3 Credits)
Explores philosophical, legal, and political issues at heart of modern international human rights movement. Examines historical background legal architecture of modern human rights movement.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 445 - 002: Human Rights — Derek Sweetman — 03:00 PM to 04:15 PM TR - Peterson Hall 1113
GOVT 446: International Law and Organization (3 Credits)
Examines the contrast between international and domestic law and the relationship between world politics and international law. Focuses on issues such as use of force, human rights, environment, international trade and diplomacy. Explores the philosophical groundings of international law, the role of multilateral institutions such as the UN, and international tribunals such as the ICJ in anchoring the international system.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 446 - 001: Intl Law/Organization — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM TR
GOVT 452: Administrative Law and Procedures (3 Credits)
Explores the administrative state, examining its historical development and the scope of power exercised by government agencies. Studies the sources of administrative law, as well as key legal questions surrounding agency authority and procedures in shaping public policy.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 351.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 452 - 001: Admin Law and Procedures — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R - Planetary Hall 224
GOVT 480: Internship (3 Credits)
Approved internships with specific employer. Programs relate in some capacity to government, politics, public policy, or the law. For 3 credits, a minimum of 135 hours is required. 3 credits of GOVT 480 may be applied to field study requirements. No more than 6 credits of GOVT 480 may be applied toward a student's 120 (Schar) degree applicable credits.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 6 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 101, GOVT 103, GOVT 132, and GOVT 133.
Schedule Type: Internship
Grading:
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
This course is graded on the Satisfactory/No Credit scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 480 - DL1: Internship - Online
- GOVT 480 - DL2: Internship - Online
GOVT 490: Synthesis Seminar (3 Credits)
Readings, individual or group projects, and discussion of papers reflecting on connections between liberal arts and sciences and political world. Notes: Course topic varies by semester.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 300 and 18 credits in major.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to students with a major in Administration of Justice, Global Affairs, Government and Politics, Government & Intl Politics, International Studies, International Security & Law or Public Administration.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
GOVT 491: Honors Seminar (3 Credits)
Readings, individual or group projects, and discussions of seminar papers. Notes: Subject varies.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. Limited to three attempts.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 300 and 18 credits in major.
Schedule Type: Seminar
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 491 - 003: Honors Seminar — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM MW - Peterson Hall 2408
GOVT 319: Issues in Government and Politics (1-3 Credits)
Studies special issues relevant to government and politics. Topics announced in advance. Examples include politics and the arts, ethnic conflict and the political system, gender politics, and changing dynamics in political institutions. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
5 Sections Currently Scheduled »
- GOVT 319 - 001: Legal Writing — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T - Horizon Hall 4014
- GOVT 319 - 003: Race in American Politics — 12:00 PM to 01:15 PM TR - Krug Hall 19
- GOVT 319 - 004: Reform in Democracies — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM M - Aquia Building 347
- GOVT 319 - 011: Religion and Poliltics — John Farina — 01:30 PM to 02:45 PM MW - Horizon Hall 1011
- GOVT 319 - DL1: Medical Policy and Bioethics — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM R - Online
GOVT 329: Issues in Political Theories and Values (1-3 Credits)
Studies special issues relevant to theoretical and value aspects of government and politics. Topics announced in advance. Examples include ethics and politics, ethics and environmental policy, changing perspectives on civil rights and liberties, religion and politics, and changing views of public space. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 329 - 001: American Civil Justice — Kelly K. Richter — 01:30 PM to 04:10 PM W - Planetary Hall 212
GOVT 339: Issues in the Politics of Advanced Industrial Societies (1-3 Credits)
Studies selected current political issues in industrial democracies of Western Europe and North America. Specific topics chosen each semester to reflect contemporary political concerns in these countries, but political process in advanced industrial countries is organizing principle throughout the course. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 103 or 133 or permission of instructor.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 339 - 001: Demography and Population — 10:30 AM to 01:10 PM R - West Building 1008
GOVT 444: Issues in International Studies (1-3 Credits)
Major issues in international systems, including international political economy and security. Notes: May be repeated when topic is different with permission of department.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May be repeated within the term for a maximum 9 credits.
Specialized Designation: Topic Varies
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 132, 133.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Undergraduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 444 - 001: Foreign Intel/ Civil Liberties — 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM TR - Lecture Hall 2
Graduate
GOVT 540: International Relations (3 Credits)
Focuses on changing structure of international politics, post-Cold War security issues, effect of globalized economy and information technology revolution, enhanced role of global corporations and nongovernmental organizations, and rise of nonsecurity issues in emerging international agenda.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May not be repeated for credit.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment limited to students with a class of Advanced to Candidacy, Graduate, Junior Plus, Non-Degree or Senior Plus.
Enrollment is limited to Graduate, Non-Degree or Undergraduate level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
3 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 540 - 001: International Relations — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM T
- GOVT 540 - 002: International Relations — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM W - Van Metre Hall (formerly Founders Hall) 467
- GOVT 540 - DL1: International Relations — 04:30 PM to 07:10 PM R - Online
GOVT 743: International Political Economy (3 Credits)
Examines interplay of international politics and economics. Discusses theoretical perspectives and analytical tools in academic field of international political economy, and applies theories and tools to trade, investment, exchange rates, development, regionalization, and globalization. Explores how international economic and political forces increasingly shape domestic interests, and how domestic politics affect international political economy. Lecture, discussion.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 343 or equivalent.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
1 Section Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 743 - DL1: International Political Econ — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM R - Online
GOVT 745: International Security (3 Credits)
Examines interplay of international politics and international security. Discusses theoretical perspectives and analytical tools in academic field of international security, and applies theories and tools to nuclear, biological, and chemical weapons, strategy and defense, and arms control. How domestic issues affect defense policies, terrorism, changing nature of international conflict, and human security will be examined.Offered by Schar Govt/International Affrs. May not be repeated for credit.
Recommended Prerequisite: GOVT 540.
Registration Restrictions:
Enrollment is limited to Graduate or Non-Degree level students.
Students in a Non-Degree Undergraduate degree may not enroll.
Schedule Type: Lecture
Grading:
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
This course is graded on the Graduate Regular scale.
2 Sections Currently Scheduled
- GOVT 745 - 001: International Security — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM T
- GOVT 745 - DL1: International Security — 07:20 PM to 10:00 PM M - Online