Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
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Engaged Citizenship
Today’s political climate creates prime opportunities for study, whether locally, nationally or internationally.
Political science studies help answer the broad questions about governmental development and functions, societal values and public life, and prepare students with valuable leadership skills to enter civic discourse as engaged citizens with confidence.
Political Science Concentrations
The bachelor's 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.
Political science concentrations and course catalog requirements
Course catalog requirements for political science: American government
Course catalog requirements for political science: comparative politics
Course catalog requirements for general political science
Course catalog requirements for political science: international relations
Course catalog requirements for political science: legal studies
Course catalog requirements for political science: public administration
Course catalog requirements for political science: teacher certification with the School of Education
Courses and Curriculum
Course examples for a political science degree (varies based on your chosen concentration):
Introduction to Political Science
Modern Political Theory
Introduction to Political Science
Modern Political Theory
Engaged Learning
GGC fosters partnerships with local community organizations to provide tangible experiences that move portfolios to the top of the employment pile.
- Student Government Association
- Journalistic assignments, on campus (The Globe) and in the community
- Academic conference presentations
- Internships
- Service learning
GGC also creates global engagement through study abroad opportunities.
Careers and Grad School Prep
- Education
- Government service
- Advocacy
- International non-government organizations
- Journalism
- Labor relations
- Law
- Non-profit management
- Policy or public opinion analysis
- Public affairs, communications
Minors, Certificates, Certifications
Add Value to Your Degree
Degree-enhancing minors, certificates and certifications add value to your degree. Available options range from the sciences, technology, history, political science, writing, the arts and more.
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Department Chair
Political Science, Criminal Justice and International Studies Department Chair