PS 47500 Capstone II - Advanced Political Science and Public Policy Research Methods

Students will learn to critically analyze and synthesize important historical and contemporary research in political science.  This course will introduce students to methods of policy research and data sources. They will learn how to access relevant data related to political developments and trends, and how to conduct original research using data from government records and databases. The course will emphasize research literacy skills and identification and use of credible information sources.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

ENGL 17000; PS 15500 or PS 15600 or HIST 15500; and at least one course at the PS 30000 or ECON 30000 level.

Offered

Spring semester only.