Minor in Political Theory

The Minor in Political Science compares political systems with government and examines the major political thinkers, as well as a choice of three additional courses within the subject.

Programme Structure

Minor in Political Theory
US Credits
UK Credits
TWO of the following: 6 24
PLT 3101 Political Ideologies 3 12
INR 4100 Introduction to International Relations 3 12
INR 4101 Modern Political Thought 3 12
12 US credits or more from the following: Minimum of 12 Minimum of 48
PLT 5101 Capitalism and its Critics 3 12
PLT 5102 Democracy and its Enemies 3 12
INR 5104 Globalization and Anti-Globalization 3 12
INR 6101 International Relations Theory 4 16
PLT 6101 Contemporary Political Theory 4 16
PLT 6103 Political Sociology: Power, State, Society 4 16
Minor Requirements Minimum of 18 Minimum of 72

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The teaching style at Richmond was very interactive. Lecturers were very engaging, approachable and helpful and small classroom sizes made it easy to engage with peers and professors. The course elements gave me the ability to create and start various initiatives due to the unique make-up of the University.
My Richmond experience allowed me to explore my interests and I was able to determine where my passion and strengths lie, which completely changed my perspective and career path.

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