POLITICAL SCIENCE

Prerequisite Coursework

Prerequisite Coursework:
Six (6) to twelve (12) semester hours of an approved language or demonstration of proficiency by testing or completion of intermediate level is required.

It is recommended that the lower-level courses be taken during the freshman and sophomore years.

Note: State-wide common prerequisites are always under review. For the most current information and for acceptable alternative courses, visit the “Common Prerequisites Manual.” This is available from the “Student Services” section of .

Requirements for graduation in the College of Arts and Sciences include:
The College of Arts and Science requires proficiency in a foreign language through the intermediate (2220 or equivalent) level or sign language through the advanced (2614 or equivalent) level.

Requirements for Progression to the Upper-Division Major
Students must complete at least 52 hours of credit with a minimum grade point average of 2.00, at least half the required General Education requirements, including English and mathematics, or an A.A. Degree.

Requirements

Major Program of Studies at FSU: (30 hours)

Thirty (30) hours of courses in Latin, to include:
1) Fifteen (15) hours of courses in Latin above the 2000-level, with at least six (6) hours at the 4000 level
2) Three (3) hours of coursework in Roman Archaeology (ARH 3130)
3) Three (3) hours of coursework in Roman History (CLA 3440)
4) Six (6) hours of elective Classics coursework above the 2000 level
5) Three (3) hours in CLA 4935, Seminar in Classical Civilization

* Students must earn a C or above in all major coursework.*


Minor: Majors must complete 12-18 hours in an approved minor field or 15 hours in an approved interdepartmental minor.

Computer Skills Competency: (3 hours)
CGS 2060, CGS 2100, ISC 3313 or other university-approved computer competency course.

Oral Communication Competency: (0-3 hours)
Students must demonstrate the ability to orally transmit ideas and information clearly. This requirement may be met with an approved college-level course.

Minimum Program Requirements - Summary
Total Hrs. Required 120
General Education 36
Major Coursework 24
Minor Coursework 12-18
Foreign Language 0-12 (depending on placement)
Computer Skills 3
Oral Communication Competency 0-3
Electives to bring total hours to 120