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Principles of Political Science
Course Overview
The course is organized around the following questions: What is politics, and what is political science? How do political groups form? How do groups make decisions? How are group decisions implemented? We approach these questions using ideas that are found across the sub-fields of political science.
Course Information
- Course Number:
- POLS 111
- Credit:
- 3
- Grading:
- Letter-based Grading A-F
- Categories:
- Law, Politics, Philosophy, and History
Program Information
- Summer College Program
Emory Summer College is a nonresidential program in which exceptional high school students, who have completed their sophomore or junior year, may enroll in Emory undergraduate courses and earn college credit.
Course Dates and Details
| Program | Course Dates | Class Time | Format | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer College Program | Session 2: Mon, Jun 29 - Fri, Aug 7, 2026 |
| online | open |