About this Program
- College: Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Credits: 15 | Completed with minimum grades of C
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- Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
Certificates must comply with the Certificate Policy.
Department Information
The Department of Political Science provides a high-quality educational program for undergraduate students as well as a rigorous honors program. The department also offers a highly selective graduate education ranging from innovative MA programs to a comprehensive PhD program.
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352.392.0262 (tel) | 352.392.8127 (fax)
P.O. Box 117325
234 ANDERSON HALL
GAINESVILLE FL 32611-7325
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Curriculum
Credits earned toward the certificate also count toward the political science major.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PAD 3003 | Introduction to Public Administration (a core course in public administration) | 3 |
| PUP 3002 | Current Controversies in Public Policy (a core course in public policy) | 3 |
| Select three 3000/4000-level courses from one of the following: | 9 | |
The policy process (e.g., bureaucratic politics) | ||
A substantive policy area (e.g., health politics and policy or politics and ecology) | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Students are encouraged to serve an internship in government and to complete an honors thesis in the area of public affairs.