Improve the Future with a Political Science Degree from 成人抖音破解版
Political Science is a hands-on major that gives you the skills, knowledge, conceptual tools and experience to make your mark on the world. This program provides students with a solid grasp of the American and global political systems within the context of global forces, international conflicts, social movements, sustainability and diversity.
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Gain valuable leadership experience through Model U.N., one of the oldest programs in the country.
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Learn from faculty who are active scholars in U.S. foreign policy, American politics and presidency, global migration, nationalism and more.
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Become well prepared to continue your education in our Master of Public Administration program.
Learn to Lead the Way in Political Science
- Pursue your interests in American politics, comparative government, international relations or political theory.
- Explore complex political theories, practices and institutions and how they shape everyday life.
- Develop your own political intellect by engaging in enlightening debates, lectures, research, internships and travel.
Experience an Exceptional Learning Environment
- Gain valuable internship experiences with agencies including city and county government, Democratic and Republican party offices, Erie County Court House offices, and the Washington Center Internship Program.
- Pursue courses at the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge in partial fulfillment of your 成人抖音破解版 course requirements.
- Travel to Washington, D.C. for informational interviews and to network with 成人抖音破解版 alumni.
- Apply for Fulbright Scholar opportunities in your final year of study.
Inspire your Academic Success
Gain real-world knowledge through key political science courses including:
Road to the White House: Study the history of presidential elections and campaigns; re-enact presidential debates and understand the politics and personalities animating presidential politics from the 18th century until today.
U.S. Foreign Policy: Explore the historical and intellectual foundations of contemporary U.S. foreign policy and apply this knowledge to contemporary foreign policy dilemmas and international crises, as well as issues related to homeland security.
Special Topics: Participate in a series of classes that cover topics such as globalization, Model United Nations, totalitarian regimes, nationalism and regional politics in Russia and Asia.
Achieve the Possibilities
Students will gain a high-quality education and advanced undergraduate research that will enable success in the rigors of graduate school or a profession. 成人抖音破解版's political science program students can:
- Develop skills necessary for leadership, management, planning and evaluation of government programs and understand policy making and implementation within a local, national or global context.
- Continue your education at prestigious law schools and graduate programs such as Villanova University, the University of Virginia, and the University of Pittsburgh.
- Earn a mid-career salary of $77,000, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Student Learning Outcomes
Political Science
Degree: Undergraduate | Bachelor of Arts
College: College of Humanities, Education and Social Sciences
- Principles of the U.S. Founding & Constitution, functions of the 3 branches of U.S. Government; views/preferences of two main parties in the U.S., and major policy issues debated in contemporary U.S.
- How U.S. political system compares with other countries variety of regime types, constitutional arrangements, and an awareness of political trends in other countries.
- Basic ideas and major thinkers in Political Theory, characteristics of classical, Christian, modern and postmodern periods, theoretical justification for democracy.
- Major actors in international relations (states, UN etc.), a basic history of international relations and characteristics of different eras, different theoretical approaches to international relations, causes of war/peace/competition/cooperation, major tr
- History of America鈥檚 role in world affairs, policy making roles of different branches of government, and current debates in U.S. foreign policy
- Ability to integrate insights from four subfields of political science (American govt., Comparative, Theory, IR); Demonstrate research and writing skills