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POLI 393R

Topics in Legal Studies

Political Science College of Family, Home, and Social Sciences

Course Description

Special topics for the Legal Studies track. Topic chosen by instructor.

When Taught

Contact Department

Grade Rule

Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)

Min

1

Fixed

3

Fixed

0

Title

Topics in Legal Studies

Learning Outcome

1 & 2  Students will master a new topic related to one of the vocational emphases of Political Science (Political Process, Theory, and Thought); Students will learn to appropriately apply theories and methods learned in previous courses to understanding this new topic (Critical Thinking and Analysis); Students will improve their writing and research skills (Effective and Professional Writing; Effective Research and Analysis)  

Title

Master the Literature

Learning Outcome

Master the literature of a relevant subfield in Legal Studies

Title

Apply Methodologies

Learning Outcome

Acquire and apply the appropriate methodologies of Legal Studies

Title

Advanced Writing

Learning Outcome

Write advanced papers on the topic.

Title

Understand the role of Legal Studies

Learning Outcome

Understand how Legal Studies fits into the broader context of political science