Outcome expectations of students and degree completion:
To understand the basic research methodologies used in the discipline, develop a research problem which is theoretically and conceptually sound, and execute an acceptable Master's Thesis.

• Required classes: POLS 570, POLS 572
• Political Science Electives: 12-18 semester hours (minimum). Students must elect at least one course from each group: least one course from each group:
• Group A - American Politics and Public Administration;
• Group B - International Relations;
• Group C - Comparative Government and Regional Studies;
• Group D - Political Theory.
• Related Electives. Up to 6 semester hours may be taken in related fields.
• General and Professional Education — 6 semester hours

Final graduation requirement
Successfully complete the research methods course, satisfactorily pass a comprehensive exam and complete an acceptable Masters Thesis.