The Division of Behavioral Sciences is committed to the University’s particular emphasis on liberal studies. Baccalaureate degree programs are offered in Political Science, Psychology, and Social Sciences with a Specialization in History, Sociology, and Social Studies Education. The Division provides its students with knowledge, skills, tools, and perspectives to analyze and interpret phenomena in their selected fields as well as in related disciplines. The intent is to develop scholars who are knowledgeable and well-versed in each of the behavioral and social sciences.

In cooperation with the School of Education in the College of Professional Studies, the Division offers a specialization in Social Studies Education, which primarily requires courses from the Division of Behavioral Sciences curriculum, along with professional education courses. Details of this program may be found in the College of Education section of this Catalogue.

The Division of Behavioral Sciences also offers a minor in African-American Studies. This is an interdisciplinary program administered by the faculty of History. Kentucky State University is committed to continued scholarship, inquiry, and education in African-American history and culture. By drawing upon the resources of faculty in a broad range of related studies, it is hoped that students will develop an understanding of the African-American experience from a variety of perspectives.

Admission to this program requires a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0, and it is recommended that students complete the Liberal Studies Requirements prior to pursuing the minor. Students must successfully complete 18 semester credit hours from a variety of interdisciplinary courses selected in consultation with their advisor. The courses include ART 303; ENG 409; GEO 212; HIS 314, HIS 365, HIS 366, and HIS 411; MUS 323 and MUS 325; POS 462; and SOC 304.

A Specialization in History provides a global perspective on the social, political, and intellectual development of civilizations. It allows students an opportunity to reflect on the past, gain a historical perspective on the present, and acquire a knowledge and understanding of human behavior. A History specialization may choose courses that deal with Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, and South America. The History program offers a curriculum that is designed to prepare graduates to function in and contribute to an expanding society, enhance critical thinking skills, develop an appreciation and understanding of historical research methodologies, become aware of the contributions of diverse cultures to our global society, be able to internalize and integrate this information into their total knowledge base, and prepare students for advanced professional studies as well as varied career opportunities.

The History program offers a curriculum that is designed to prepare graduates to function in and contribute to an expanding society, enhance critical thinking skills, develop an appreciation and understanding of historical research methodologies, become aware of the contributions of diverse cultures to our global society, be able to internalize and integrate this information into their total knowledge base, and prepare students for advanced professional studies as well as varied career opportunities.

To satisfy the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences with a Specialization in History, a student must complete a minimum of 120 semester credit hours including 30 semester credit hours in History. The required courses are HIS 101, 102, 201, 202; 314 or 316; 333 or 366, and HIS 499. The remaining 12 semester credit hours of 300/400 level History courses must be selected in consultation with the student's advisor. In lieu of HIS 103, majors are required to take HIS 101 and 102.

Additionally, the student must complete a minor. A minor in History requires the completion of 21 semester credit hours. Specific course requirements include HIS 102, 201, and 202. The remaining 12 semester credit hours must be selected in consultation with the student’s minor advisor from 300/400 level History courses. In addition, students must complete HIS 103 as part of the Liberal Studies requirement.

Political Science, as a discipline, involves the systematic study of politics and the political system. The Political Science program at Kentucky State University has a highly developed academic curriculum that prepares students for graduate study in political science or related areas such as law or public administration. Political Science requires the application of knowledge and critical thinking to assess, prevent, and resolve political and social problems. Additionally, the curriculum addresses preparation of students for entry-level career position in the public and private sectors of employment.

To satisfy the requirements for the Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, a student must complete a minimum of 120 semester hours, including 36 semester credit hours in Political Science. The required courses are POS 160, 201, 211, 300*, 301**, 355, and 499; and the selection of 6 semester credit hours from any two of the three specialization options (Constitutional Law, International Relations, and Legislative/Executive

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