B.A. in Political Science
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. Beginning in the fall of 2011, students may also choose to minor in political science. To find out more about this minor, view the program plan.
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 (PDF) for the concentration in political science.
Program Outcome Goals
Skills in critical analysis, the ability to synthesize information and to present logical arguments leading to creative solutions of various political problems
Knowledge of different political systems, including the US/GA government, enabling graduates to become informed and responsible citizens and preparing them for careers in related fields
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 to comprehend the roles played by various international actors, including international organizations
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
American Government
View the program plan (PDF).Comparative Politics
View the program plan (PDF).International Relations
View the program plan (PDF).Legal Studies
View the program plan (PDF).Teacher Certification
View the program plan (PDF).Academic minor in political science
View the program plan.
