PSCI 494Current Issues in Political Science

Units: 0.50
Faculty: Arts
Subject: Political Science

Not in the current Undergraduate Calendar. Shown as it appeared in 2024–25.

When it runs

Ran in 2 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: not on the schedule. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.

Students in this course attend talks or conferences, monitor the media, and do independent research to investigate how a broad concept in political science plays out in contemporary politics, policy, and governance. Students will complete assignments and have the opportunity to share their experiences with other students.

Prerequisites

Complete all of the following
- Students must be in level 3A or higher
- Enrolled in 3G-Political Science, 4G-Political Science, or H-Political Science

Antirequisites

Complete all of the following
- Not completed nor concurrently enrolled in any of the following:
  - PSCI495 - Research Apprenticeship in Political Science (0.50)
  - PSCI496 - Civic Engagement in Political Science (0.50)
  - PSCI497 - Study Abroad Experience (0.50)
- Not completed nor concurrently enrolled in:

Leads to

No course lists it as a requisite.

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Calendar versions

Undergraduate Calendar

2021–22
2024–25 (shown here)
2019–20 and earlier on ucalendar