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The B.A. degree in political science is for students interested in a wide range of career choices, including government service, advocacy, legislative assistance, international non-government organizations, non-profit management, education, law school and graduate school. All students will take core courses that provide a solid foundation for advanced study, as well as concentration courses.
Students may select one of four concentrations: American government, comparative politics, international relations, and legal studies. This format also allows students to take additional political science courses from other concentrations to build a second discipline concentration area, or to take electives in another discipline.
Students pursuing the teacher certification concentration will take a combination of comprehensive education and political science courses designed to prepare graduates for careers as teachers.
View the course catalog requirements for political science.
Program Outcome Goals
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Skills in critical analysis, ability to synthesize information and present logical arguments leading to creative solutions of various political problems
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Knowledge of different political systems, including the US/GA government, enabling them to become informed and responsible citizens and preparing them for careers in related fields
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International/multicultural awareness: Political science majors will demonstrate the ability to analyze a variety of current global issues, including international development and global security and comprehend the roles played by various international actors, including international organizations
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The ability to explore a variety of approaches to politics and the study of government, get internships and be engaged in service learning and/or study abroad
Concentrations
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