The Constitutional Studies minor introduces students to U.S. constitutional law and its historical, political, and philosophical roots. It focuses on the development of the U.S. Constitution and its interpretation through judicial decisions. It provides knowledge of the U.S. government’s founding document to prepare students to become more engaged democratic citizens, as well as give those students considering law school a solid foundation of knowledge and experience to prepare them for their future study of the law.
Total Program Credits: 21
Matriculation Requirements: | |||
To be admitted into the program, students must:
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Discipline Core Requirements: | 12 Credits | ||
POLS 3250 | Introduction to Law and Politics | 3 | |
CNST 4720 | Foundations of American Constitutionalism | 3 | |
CNST 4790 | US Constitution | 3 | |
CNST 4795 | Civil Rights and Civil Liberties | 3 | |
Elective Requirements: | 9 Credits | ||
Complete three of the following courses for 9 credits: | 9 | ||
POLS 1020 | Political Ideologies (3) | ||
POLS 3260 | American Federalism (3) | ||
POLS 3300 | Introduction to Public Administration (3) | ||
POLS 4610 | International Law (3) | ||
ECON 4500 | US Economic Development and History (3) | ||
CNST 3870 | Constitutional History to Plessy 1896 (3) | ||
CNST3880 | Constitutional History since Plessy 1896 (3) | ||
HIST 3320 | Modern Britain (3) | ||
CJ 4160 | Constitutional Criminal Rights (3) | ||
CNST 4730 | Framing of the US Constitution (3) | ||
CNST 2600 | Comparative Constitutionalism (3) | ||
or any other Coordinator or Chair approved courses. |
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
CNST 4720 | Foundations of American Constitutionalism | 3 |
CNST 4790 |
U.S. Constitution | 3 |
Elective | 3 | |
Semester total: | 9 | |
Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
POLS 3250 | Introduction to Law and Politics | 3 |
CNST 4795 | Civil Rights and Civil Liberties | 3 |
Elective | 3 | |
Elective | 3 | |
Semester total: | 12 | |
Degree total (with prerequisite): | 21 |
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