PSC

Subject

PSC

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alias

Source

peace.edu

Choose four (4) courses with the PSC prefix 4 credit hours each

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

meets the Peace Core Social Sciences requirement This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts, theories, and processes of International Relations. Excitingly, you should think of this course as an immersive, interactive forum where we experience and analyze the international system and the forces within it such as cooperation and conflict. War, diplomacy, foreign policy, area studies, and geopolitics are but a few of the fascinating topics that will be explored.

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

meets the Peace Core Humanities requirement Hyperbolic speech from today’s political punditry pervades our world. Well reasoned discourse and debate have given way to screaming and ideological demonizing. As a consequence of this reality, many citizens are turned off by discussions of political issues. Our aim in this course is to restore level-headedness and demonstrate that disagreements over political issues can be discussed in a reasonable fashion (and that we can all remain friends). Specifically, we will explore the exciting realm of Political Theory: the work of various political theorists, the values of differing political ideas, and the application of political theory to real life. Through immersive learning and open dialogue we will come to understand numerous political theories and the important role that they have played in shaping our society. 170 | 2026-27 William Peace University Academic Catalog

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

118 | 2026-27 William Peace University Academic Catalog

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

A course whose content may vary from term to term according to the needs of the academic department, student demand, or the interests of the faculty member.

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

The 2016 presidential campaign was one of the most fascinating in American history. In this course you will learn why that is so not just from the perspective of an observer, citizen, or voter, but from the perspective of an analyst. This course is unique as it offers to students a simulation approach to learning; you get to be the candidate running for office, or the press secretary, the senior advisor, or media journalist as you dive into learning and practicing the skills employed by real-world candidates in running and participating in successful campaigns. Electoral politics is one of the most discussed topics in both academia and in life; this course will help you add to that conversation in a meaningful way.

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

This course offers an overview of the relationship between Media and American Politics and Government. We will explore such crucial questions as “what is the role of media in a democracy?” and “what should the role of media in a democracy be?” ... all while we immerse ourselves in every type of media ... mainstream, alternative, social. Not only will students gain a fundamental understanding of the role and relationship of media in our politics and government, but we will also begin to understand more analytical issues such as its influence upon our politics, government, opinions, and decisions.

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

This course offers an overview of the United States Congress. It is designed to give students a fundamental understanding of the constitutional purpose of Congress, its function, development, representational role, and its structure. We will also, through exciting and innovative immersive learning opportunities such as the Congressional Simulation, dive deeply into the legislative process, showing students how, as the saying goes, “the sausage is made.”

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

This course offers a broad overview of Comparative Politics, where students will be asked to engage with American political institutions, functions, and processes by juxtaposing them against those of another state. As such, the fundamentals of a variety of other states’ political and governmental systems will be explored and contrasted with those of the United States, and our understanding of all political 171 | 2026-27 William Peace University Academic Catalog

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

This course explores many exciting aspects of American Foreign Policy: issues, evolution of, strategy, process, decision, outcome. By employing analytical and critical thinking skills, students are charged with understanding and assessing the question of “what has the role of the United States been on the world stage?” ... and perhaps more importantly, the question of “what should our role become?” This course will not only engage students in the content of American Foreign Policy, but also in active, innovative, immersive learning opportunities such as the Statecraft Simulation, The Council of Foreign Relations Simulation, or the many various experiences provided by our unique downtown Raleigh location.

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

Women in Politics broadly explores the role of women in American society by investigating the political, social, economic, legal, and occupational factors that have influenced women’s participation in all sorts of spheres. Although primarily centered upon the political sphere within the United States, this course will also address the proliferation of female leaders worldwide, as well as the numerous factors that have facilitated such a rise to power.

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

Despite its youth, the United States has a rich intellectual tradition within the field of Political Theory. From the concepts forwarded by early Puritan settlers to the revival of the Social Contract by recent scholars, Political Philosophy has maintained an enduring, albeit dynamic, presence in the country. While many Americans possess a cursory knowledge of writings from the founding generation, very few are aware of American political philosophy that either precedes, or is subsequent to, the works of Jefferson, Madison, and Hamilton. This course seeks to remedy this absence of knowledge. Over the course of the semester, students will examine and discuss American Political Thought from the 1600’s through the present all while engaging in exciting immersive learning opportunities that will put such examination into practice.

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

As the United States Constitution is the foundation of our government, PSC 370 is designed as an inquiry into the interpretation of the Constitution by the Supreme Court. As a student in this course, based upon analysis of leading Supreme Court cases, you will particularly focus upon theories and approaches of constitutional interpretation; the relationship between politics and law; and major questions of federalism, separation of powers, and civil rights and liberties. From briefing cases to offering an oral argument presentation, this class will challenge students and is invaluable for those planning to pursue law school. 172 | 2026-27 William Peace University Academic Catalog

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

Total Credit Hours for Environmental Studies Major

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

A course of study addressing a specific topic or problem of interest to a student, designed collaboratively by the student and faculty member(s), and resulting in a paper, report, critiqued performance or production, or other assessable evidence of value added to the student’s educational experience. A contract of expectations by the student and by the supervising faculty member(s) must be approved by the advisor and the Vice President for Academic Affairs prior to registration. No more than eight (8) semester hours toward the baccalaureate degree can consist of directed study credit. 173 | 2026-27 William Peace University Academic Catalog

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu

Prerequisite

Junior or senior status

Global Studies Elective Courses 12 credit hours Choose at least 3 courses for a minimum of 12 credit hours, two of which need to be at the 300- or 400-level

Subject

PSC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Credit unit

credit hours

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

peace.edu