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  • PSC 313: 20th Cent Compar Revolution

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    Political scientists define social revolution as a radical social, economic, and political change. This course begins with a survey of three major theories of revolution, and then the analysis of three late twentieth century cases: the Iranian, the Nicaraguan, and the South African revolutions. In each case the focus will be on three phases: the crises of the old regime, the causes of the revolution, and the outcome of the revolution. Critical thinking, creativity, and in-class discussions and team presentations are essential requirements of this course.
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  • PSC 314: Adv: Politics of Law & Busines

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    An examination of the nature and role of the law in our society with emphasis on the legal environment in which businesses operate and the application of legal principles relative to commercial transactions. Students will gain an understanding of the law of contracts, with an emphasis on the application of ethics and legal principles in the legal and social environment of business. The student will gain an understanding of agency and employment law, the forms of business organizations, the politics of negotiation and protection of the consumer, creditor and debtor.
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  • PSC 320: Global: Orig,Politics&Culture

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    This course addresses two questions that are related to the contemporary structure of the global system. One, what are the processes that have created a world economy with integrated systems of production and trade that now cover the entire globe? Two, how is it that this economically united world has become so divided and fragmented along ethnic, national, political and cultural lines? The course examines these questions from a historical perspective by focusing on selected times, places, and events.
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  • PSC 321: Women and Politics

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    This is an upper level course exploring the politics of gender discrimination. The early weeks of the course will examine historical, philosophical and strategic reasons why women were relegated to the home, and kept out of the decisions of tribal, regional, and national leadership positions for so long. The rest of the course will deal with political issues and power struggles still confronting women today, such as (un)equal pay, sports opportunities, human trafficking, the glass ceiling, gay marriage, political positions, careers versus families, and other issues that may arise.
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  • PSC 322: International Pol Econ

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    This course will cover the political and economic dynamics of the world economy; its historical and theoretical roots; international trade and monetary relations and the impact of hegemony, interdependence, regimes, and domestic politics. Some specific issues the course will investigate include trade, debt, international financial institutions, and the dynamics of dependency and development. Prerequisites: Students should have taken PSC 201, BUEC 203, or BUEC 204 or may obtain the permission of the instructor.
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  • PSC 324: Adv:Legal/Political Research

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    This course aims to teach students the basic techniques of legal, and political research, writing, and analysis--essential tools of the lawyering profession. Students are introduced to case briefing, case synthesis, and analysis through a series of research and writing assignments. Students learn how to research legal issues, frame legal arguments, and analyze legal problems. In addition to learning traditional research methods, students are also trained to use computer-assisted legal research including Lexis and Westlaw. This course culminates in the preparation of an appellate brief and the presentation of an oral argument in a simulated court setting, during which each student argues and defends their appellate motion.
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  • PSC 325: Politics of Public Health

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    This course will offer an in-depth exploration the role of law in the design and implementation of public health programs and the protection of the health interest of individuals and groups in society. It is designed for students who do not have prior experience or education in law, and covers the structure, concepts, and process of decision-making on health matters in legislative, administrative and judicial bodies.
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  • PSC 332: Political Science Directed St

    1.00 - 3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    No course description available.
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  • PSC 401: World Politics

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    Meets writing course requirement. This course examines the prospects for peace in the world politics today. It begins with an examination of the causes of peace and war from three levels of analysis, including realism and liberalism. Our attention will then turn to issues of deterrence, nuclear weapons and new forms of terrorism. We will transition to ethnic conflict, civil wars and peacekeeping operations. Finally, we end with a look in globalization and the power on markets.
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  • PSC 402: Intern Relations Middle East

    3.00 Credits
    University of New England

    This course focuses on a number of interrelated themes: Great Power involvement in the Middle East (imperialism, the Cold War and its end, etc.); Arab-Israeli conflict and "the peace process"; inter-Arab conflict and cooperation; the external relations on Turkey and Iran; and the policies of oil and of "Islamic fundamentalism." How are these themes related to one another and do they add up to a definable Middle East subsystem of the international system? What are the linkages between the domestic politics and external relations of states in the region? Emphasis is the past decade, but this period will be related to the century that preceded it.
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