Department: Political Science

CodeNameDescription
POLS2301American National GovernmentA study of the organizations and functions of the American national government with a particular emphasis on the responsibilities and duties Christians hold in the public arena. The course places emphasis on what it means to be politically active and...
POLS2301CSAmerican National Government ChristianScholars AcademyNo Description Set
POLS2301HRHonors American National GovernmentFor students enrolled in the Honors Program: A study of the organizations and functions of the American national government with a particular emphasis on the responsibilities and duties Christians hold in the public arena. The course places emphasis...
POLS2301HSAmerican National GovernmentA study of the organizations and functions of the American national government with a particular emphasis on the responsibilities and duties Christians hold in the public arena. The course places emphasis on what it means to be politically active and...
POLS2301SBAmerican National Government:Summer BridgeA study of the organizations and functions of the American national government with a particular emphasis on the responsibilities and duties Christians hold in the public arena. The course places emphasis on what it means to be politically active and...
POLS2302State and Local GovernmentsA study of the structure, functions, and processes of state, county, and municipal governments. The Texas Constitution is reviewed in detail.
POLS2303Statistics for the Social SciencesIntroductory course including elements of probability to support statistical theory. Topics include theoretical distributions, discrete and continuous variables, and tests of hypotheses. Suggested for majors in the social and behavioral sciences. TI-...
POLS2303HSStatistics for the Social SciencesIntroductory course including elements of probability to support statistical theory. Topics include theoretical distributions, discrete and continuous variables, and tests of hypotheses. Suggested for majors in the social and behavioral sciences. TI-...
POLS2304Fundamentals of Criminal LawA study of the legal system of the United States as it applies to criminal procedure and due process of law; emphasis on Supreme Court interpretations of constitutional rights and protection of an individual accused of a crime. This course may not be...
POLS3102RESEARCH ON VICTIM'S RIGHTSNo Description Set
POLS3302American Political PartiedsA study of the funciton and significance of political parties, pressure groups, campaigns, elections, and the political process.
POLS3303American Foreign PolicyAn analysis of factors and agencies involved in formulation of American foreign policy with practical application.
POLS3304Business and Contract LawNo Description Set
POLS3305Constitutional LawA study of the United States Constitution and the U.S. Supreme Court with special attention given to judicial review, theories of constitutional interpretation, federalism, separation of powers, and civil rights and liberties.
POLS3306Constitutional Law IIA study of the powers of the President, state regulation, and the national economy. State taxation and free trade, constitutional framework in individual rights, procedural rights in the administration of justice, freedom of expression, the constit...
POLS3307A Christian Worldview of Business, Politics, and the LawThis course is designed to provide students with a foundational understanding of a Christian worldview and how that worldview interacts with their role in business, politics, law, and other civic engagement. Students will learn how to connect their f...
POLS3308Government and BusinessA study of government regulation of the economic sectors and the administrative process of regulatory agencies.
POLS3309Intro to Public AdministrationThis course examines the theory and basic principles of administrative organization, communication, personnel management, the budgetary process, and the politics of administration.
POLS3310StatisticsNo Description Set
POLS3313Internship in Political ScienceA supervised field placement with a government agency or private political office. This course provides the student with an opportunity of integrating theory and classroom learning with actual field experience. This course contains a field-based ser...
POLS3390InternshipA supervised work assignment providing awareness and understandin of public service or the political process through observation and participation. Departmental permission required; course may not be repeated. Offered periodically.
POLS3391A Christian Worldview for Business,Politics, & the LawThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS3392Independent Study in Political ScienceIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
POLS3393Special Topics in Pol ScienceThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS3394Business and Contract LawThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS3395Criminal Law and Personal InjuryThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS3396Strategic ReasoningThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS3401Ind Study/Pol Science Pract INo Description Set
POLS3402Ind Study/Pol Science Pract IINo Description Set
POLS3403Fnds./Policy Analysis & Public Invlmt. IThe purpose of this unit is to introduce students to the foundational concepts for analyzing public policy and for Christian involvement in public affairs. Students will learn some of the basic tools of public policy analysis, and study the pattern...
POLS3404Topics in Domestic PolicyThe purpose of this unit is to examine how ques- tions of Biblical justice relate to the doings of government. During this course you will be intro- duced to the dynamics of presidential politics, study a range of issues raised by current policy mak...
POLS3613Internship in Political ScienceNo Description Set
POLS4190Independent Study in Political ScienceIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
POLS4290Independent Study in Political ScienceIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
POLS4302Comparative GovernmentsA study and application of theories and concepts related to the scope of comparative politics and methods of comparing various aspects of political systems. The principles, structure, and operation of three selected contemporary governmental systems...
POLS4304Criminal LawAn examination of the legal system of the United States as it applies to criminal procedurs and due process of law; emphasis on Surpeme Court interpretations of constitutional rights and protection of an individual accused of a crime.
POLS4305American Political TraditionA study of American political ideas from colonial times to the present with special emphasis placed on the political thought of the nation's founders, the political party system, and contemporary ideological debates.
POLS4306Religion and Politics in the U.S.A study of the interaction of religion and politics in the United States. Historical developments and contemporary issues, including major U.S. Supreme Court decisions, will be examined.
POLS4307Western Political ThoughtA survey of the development of western political thought from ancient times to the present. Principal theorists and major schools of thought will be explored through the study of primary and secondary sources. Prerequisite: 6 hours of political scie...
POLS4308American Political PartiesA study of the function and significance of political parties, pressure groups, campaigns, elections, and the political process.
POLS4309American Foreign PolicyA study of the events and personalities that have contributed to the development of American foreign policy since 1898 and a study of the factors and agencies involved in the formulation of American foreign policy.
POLS4310Fundamentals of International RelationsA study of the conduct of relations between nations, factors influencing national power, objectives and techniques of international politics, and concepts of international organization. This course contains a field-based service-learning component. T...
POLS4311Municipal GovernmentA study of the development of cities, their organization, functions, problems, and nature of municipal politics. May be taken for criminal justice credit with permission.
POLS4312Intro to Public AdministrationA study of the theory and basic principles of administrative organization, communication, personnel management, the budgetary process, and the politics of administration.
POLS4313Leadership America's FoundingReserved for committee approval. Crossed with MAL 5313, HIST 4313.
POLS4315Political CommunicationA study of new-style American political campaign tactics with an emphasis on how political consultants inform and persuade voters.
POLS4329Revolutionary Power: Leadership in theLives of Founding FathersCrossed with LED 4309 & HIST 4329 when approved
POLS4390Independent Study in Political ScienceIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
POLS4391Independent Study in PolsIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
POLS4391Revolutionary Power: Leadership in theLives of the Founding FathersThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4392City on a Hill: Leadership Profiles inPre-Revolutionary BostonThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4393Fake News and Real CrisisThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g. ENGL 2390)...
POLS4393HRHonors Special Study in PolsFor students enrolled in the Honors Program: Special Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
POLS4394The Leadership of Abraham LincolnThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4395Special Topics: Religious LibertyThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4396American Christianity, Civil Rights andLeadershipThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4396Religious Liberty and PersecutionThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4397Policy Perspectives on Global ReligiousLibertiesThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4397Political CommunicationNo Description Set
POLS4398Presidential Leadership - Leading inTurbulent TimesThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4398Special Topics in POLSThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4399Revolutionary Power: Leadership in theLives of the Founding FathersThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS4401Ind Study/Amer Domestic PolicyNo Description Set
POLS4402Ind Study/Intl RelationsNo Description Set
POLS4403Topics in International PolicyThe purpose of this unit is to orient students to the nature of the relationship between the United States and the world--at the end of the twentieth century. We will explore the meaning of the Biblical theme of shalom as a way of seeing na- tions'...
POLS4404Fdtns/Policy Analysis &public Invlvmt IIThe purpose of this unit is to understand the the- ological and cultural context for the American Studies Program (ASP) while learning some of the basic tools of public policy analysis and Chris- tian involvement in public affairs. Interacting with...
POLS4490Independent Study in Political ScienceIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses (juniors or seniors only).
POLS5304American Diplomatic HistoryAn in-depth study of the personalities, issues, and events that have shaped American foreign policy since 1898. This study includes such issues as U.S. Relations with Latin America, U.S. involvement in the world wars, American involvement in Asia, an...
POLS5311Political CommunicationA study of new-style American political campaign tactics with an emphasis on how political consultants inform and persuade voters. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific graduate course requirements whic...
POLS5313Religion and Politics in the United StatesA study of the interaction of religion and politics in the United States. Historical developments and contemporary issues, including major U.S. Supreme Court decisions, will be examined. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course...
POLS5314International RelationsAn overview of the power structures that govern international relations including international organizations and politics. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific graduate course requirements which refle...
POLS5315Municipal Government and Urban DevelopmentA study of the development of cities and their organization and government. It includes a discussion of the functions, problems, and nature of municipal politics. This 5000-level course is cross-listed with a 4000-level course and includes specific g...
POLS5316Study of Public AdministrationA study of the theory and basic principles of public administrative organization. It includes a discussion of such issues as communication, personnel management, the budgetary process, and both the internal and external politics of public administrat...
POLS5317Comparing Government Structures and Political SystemsThe study and application of theories and concepts related to the scope of comparative politics and methods of comparing various aspects of political systems. The principles, structure, and operation of selected contemporary federations will be compa...
POLS5318American Political TraditionA study of American political ideas from colonial times to the present with special emphasis placed on the political thought of the nation's founders, the political party system, and contemporary ideological debates. This 5000-level course is cross-l...
POLS5390Independent Study in Political ScienceIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
POLS5391Independent Study in Political ScienceIndependent Study courses are devised by professors to permit students to explore material not offered in regularly scheduled courses.
POLS5392City on a Hill: Leadership Profiles inPre-Revolutionary BostonThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS5393International Security: Trigger PointThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS5394The Leadership of Abraham LincolnThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...
POLS5395Religious LibertyThis is an experimental course and is not listed in the current version of the Dallas Baptist University Undergraduate Catalog or Graduate Catalog. Experimental courses are identified by a '9' as the third digit of the course number (e.g., ENGL 2390)...