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Alexandra Delano
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Student Success Advisor, Politics
Thiahera Nurse
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Adult Bachelor's Program
Students in the Adult Bachelor's Program should consult their core faculty advisor.

This page outlines requirements for the degree in Politics at Lang (BA Politics). Students in the Bachelor's Program for Adults and Transfer Students (Adult Bachelor’s Program) who are interested in this subject area should consult their core faculty advisor. Undergraduates across the university can study politics as a minor.

Requirements for the BA in Politics at Lang

Only specific courses satisfy Lang's major requirements, including electives. Courses should be chosen carefully, in consultation with the departmental faculty advisor and your Student Success advisor. Learn more and track your progress in the Detailed Degree Requirements and Politics Requirements Worksheets below.

Students in the Adult Bachelor's Program who are interested in studying politics should consult their core faculty advisor.

Introductory courses (9–12 credits):

  • 3 LPOL courses at the 2000-level courses. One of these may be fulfilled with a ULEC or Freshman Seminar taught by a Politics professor. (9–12 credits)

Other required courses (24–32 credits):

  • 2 interdisciplinary or experiential courses from an approved list of non-POL classes (6-8 credits). 
  • 6 LPOL electives, 3000-level or higher (18–24 credits)

Senior Capstone (3–4 credits):

  • LPOL 4030 Politics Senior Capstone. Students write a senior thesis, to be published in UnderPol. (3–4 credits)

Total credits: 36–48

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