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Political Science

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

College: College of Liberal Arts & Communication

Department: Government, Law & Policy

A major in political science offers valuable, comprehensive knowledge of American government and global politics, helping to prepare students to analyze complex political problems and recognize potential solutions in both the public and private sector. Students are able to gain an understanding of political structure, theory, and methodology. They can also develop their research skills and sense of intellectual property using libraries, archives, and online sources. The program provides an opportunity for students to develop their writing skills and learn the responsibility for clearly presenting and interpreting political issues using the language of the discipline. A major in political science helps students to analyze complex political problems and recognize potential solutions in both the public and private sectors.

Curriculum

Curriculum and degree requirements can be found in the most current Undergraduate Bulletin.

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