Javascript is currently not supported, or is disabled by this browser. Please enable Javascript for full functionality.

   
    May 26, 2026  
American University Catalog 2025-2026 
    
American University Catalog 2025-2026

GOVT-437 Comparative Politics Capstone (3)


In this course students produce a capstone, an in-depth, research based, original work of publishable quality, in comparative politics. The course combines research methods with a writing support group and individual academic counseling. Students develop a research question, literature review, and study design, and then conduct the research project to produce a polished written study that is presented to the class. AU Core Integrative Requirement: Capstone. Usually Offered: spring. Grading: A-F only. Prerequisite: GOVT-130 , GOVT-310 , and senior standing.