Political Science Minor
Hours - 15 Credit Hours
Effective Sep. 2026
Last Revision 11/03/2025
Faculty Unit Assignment: Faculty of Business & Government
Sponsoring Program: Political Science
Holokai Category: Math & Sciences
Program Requirements
*The political science minor is not available to political science majors.
I. Core Requirement — 6 Credits
Choose 2 of the following
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POSC 110 | The U.S. Political System | F, W | 3.0 | |
| POSC 130 | Introduction to Public Affairs | W | 3.0 | |
| POSC 150 | Introduction to Comparative Politics | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| POSC 170 | Introduction to International Relations | F, W, S | 3.0 | |
| POSC 180 | Introduction to Civic Engagement | F, W | 3.0 |
II. Advanced Content — 9 Credits
Choose 3 of the following
| Course Number | Title | Semesters Offered | Credit Hours | Prerequisite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| POSC 322 | Oceanic Governments and Politics | W | 3.0 | |
| POSC 329 | Fundamentals of Good Governance | F, W | 3.0 | |
| POSC 334 | Issues in Public Affairs | W | 3.0 | |
| POSC 354 | Legal Research and Writing | S | 3.0 | |
| POSC 356 | International Legal Drafting and Transactions | W | 3.0 | |
| POSC 362 | Introduction to the Global Economy | W | 3.0 | |
| POSC 364 | War and Peace | F | 3.0 | |
| POSC 386 | Regionalism and Diplomacy in the Pacific/Oceania | F | 3.0 | |
| POSC 390R | Special Topics in Political Science | Variable | 3.0 | |
| POSC 410 | The Constitution of the United States | F | 3.0 | |
| POSC 470 or | International Relations Theory or | S | 3.0 | |
| POSC 485 | The United Nations and Intergovernmental Organizations | F | 3.0 |
Additional Program Requirements
Double-counting is managed with your advisor.
All passing grades will be accepted in fulfilling minor or certificate requirements.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon completing a minor in political science, students will:
- Write an effective research paper using professional formats;
- Write an effective persuasive/analytical essay/report;
- Demonstrate competence using logical/analytical skills;
- Demonstrate an understanding of political philosophy/theory;
- Demonstrate the critical reading skills needed to engage professional journals/monographs;
- Demonstrate content mastery in international relations, law, U.S. government, Asia/Pacific, or public management;
- Conduct an effective oral presentation;
- Complete a meaningful internship or capstone paper.