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27 Political Science Questions And Answers

2⟩ What are motives for imperialism?

Economic - motives included the desire to make money, to expand and control foreign trade, to create new markets for products, to acquire raw materials and cheap labor, to compete for investments and resources, and to export industrial technology and transportation methods. 2.) Political- motives were based on a nation's desire to gain power, to compete with other European countries, to expand territory, to exercise military force, to gain prestige by winning colonies, and to boost national pride and security. 3.) Religious- motives included the desire to spread Christianity, to protect European missionaries in other lands, to spread European values and moral beliefs, to educate peoples of other cultures, and to end slave trade in Africa. 4.) Exploratory- motives were based on the desire to explore "unknown" or uncharted territory, to conduct scientific research, to conduct medical searches for the causes and treatment of diseases, to go on an adventure, and to investigate "unknown" lands and cultures.

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3⟩ As a non-major, what courses are available to me in the department?

It depends. While none of our courses have mandatory prerequisites, it makes good common sense to take PSI 1101 ?Introduction to Political Science? before enrolling in upper level courses. However, if you have considerable experience in the social sciences, you may well feel comfortable and confidence in any of the 2000 level courses. Talk with any political science professor to reach a reasonable decision.

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4⟩ I am thinking of doing Honors in Political Science. How do I go about this?

The basic process is largely the same as for independent study, but you must satisfy University requirements for eligibility for Honors, and must follow the procedures and schedule established by the University Honors Program. Also, this is usually a two-semester project, and we strongly recommend that you start thinking and consulting an adviser about this during the spring of the junior year, so that you will be able to turn in a formal proposal to the Honors Council in early October.

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5⟩ As a Political Science major, what courses should I take first?

The natural place to start as a first year McDaniel student is our entry-level course PSI 1101 Introduction to Political Science and the First Year Seminar. If you have advanced placement and can bypass the introductory course, then consider PSI 2201 American Political Institutions, PSI 2204 Approaches to International Relations, PSI 2213 Comparative Politics of Western Europe Polities, or PSI 2217 Contemporary African Politics.

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6⟩ What are the three things you would like to change in this world?

If there was anything in the world that i would change it would be

1. Lack of innocence- it's amazing how young children are aware of the evils of the world.

2. Selfishness- it seems like nobody wants to help anybody out without some other ulterior motive like publicity, or money, or whatever

3. Divorce- to make a commitment like marriage should be kept. Honestly switching out husbands like you try on a different pair of shoes will not make you happy. And marriage isn't about being happy, it's about commitment and building a family, for better or worse.

1. Lack of respect for smaller (poor)people.

2. Corruption - People used to work only for the money ,no charms regarding their work.

3. Religious matter .

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8⟩ What is the importance of political science meaning of state what is nature?

Political science, as currently conceived, is a relatively new concept that dates to the nineteenth-century United States. Prior to this time, the study of politics in the West remained a part of natural philosophy, and it tended to focus on philosophical, historical, and institutional approaches. The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle is often named as the first "political scientist," but his approach differs markedly from what is currently understood to be "political science." Aristotle primarily occupied himself with addressing what sort of political system would best enable the highest human life of eudaimonia (happiness). In the Politics, Aristotle surveys an array of constitutions, separating them into six categories based on how many rule the system and whether or not they rule well. This may be considered an empirical study of sorts and perhaps the first "typology," but his method of study falls well short of what is currently considered to be scientific.

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10⟩ What type of career does a political science major prepare one for?

Political science courses emphasize critical thinking, a skill that can be transferred to any chosen career. The American Political Science Association notes that political science majors generally find jobs in business, the law, state, local and federal government, journalism, marketing, international organizations and finance, political campaigns, interest groups and civic associations, communications, policy analysis, and pre-college and college teaching.

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13⟩ What are the basic requirements for the major?

You need a minimum of 8 courses, though no more than 12, in Political Science, or courses cross-listed with Political Science. (Cross-listings will appear under Political Science in the course listings for each semester; you don?t need to go looking for them.) The requirements are broken down as follows:

4 core courses, one in each of Political Science?s traditional subfields

POLS140?American Politics

POLS170?International Politics

POLS205?Comparative Politics

POLS210?Political Theory

1 Political Science seminar or other seminar listed as carrying POLS credit,

preferably in the senior year

3 additional POLS courses, minimum, in any subfield; there is no requirement

or expectation that you concentrate in any of the subfields

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14⟩ What do majors do after graduation?

Students who majored in political science at McDaniel College typically choose one of three paths after graduation: graduate school, law school, or employment.

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16⟩ Can a capstone count as my seminar?

It can, but rarely does. Only capstones specifically designated as carrying POLS credit, and cross-listed with Political Science, count though when they do, they satisfy both requirements at once.

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17⟩ What do the course numbers mean?

The political science department offers courses at the 100 and 200 level. The 100-level courses are the same political science courses one would take at the freshman level at a university, such as Political Science 103.

The 200-level political science courses are the same political science courses one would take at the sophomore level at a university. You do not have to take the courses in numerical order, although the 100-level courses usually provide a background in political science that you might find helpful in a 200-level course.

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18⟩ Who is Amicus Curiae?

Friend of the court that mean The name for a brief filed with the court by someone who is not a party to the case.

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19⟩ How do I minor in Political Science?

There are five minor programs in Political Science, outlined in the catalog: a general minor, and four others built around each of the four subfields. Each requires five courses. You declare the minor AFTER you have taken the courses. When you are ready, fill out the necessary form, available at the office of the Dean of Arts and Sciences, and have the form signed by the department chair.

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20⟩ Can I meet major requirements with courses taken off campus?

Yes, though no more than two courses can transfer as major credits, and both will need to be approved by the department chair. If, however, the courses were taken at one of the Bucknell-in programs (in London, Grenada, Tours, Barbados, or Northern Ireland), they count as regular Bucknell credits, and do not count against the two-course limit. For those studying abroad, it is strongly recommended that the core courses be completed before leaving campus. These courses cannot be taken as part of the study-abroad program.

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