BA in Political Science

Area of Study Overview

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The Bachelor of Arts BA degree program in Political Science prepares adults for career change, advancement or graduate education, while providing personal enrichment. The program examines the study of power in society; particularly with the analysis of authority, power and influence in the making of public policy. Students develop a broad general knowledge of the traditional liberal arts disciplines while developing a greater depth of knowledge in political science.

Credit Distribution

Courses in the Area of Study are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas. For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.

I. General Education Requirements (60 Credits)

II. Area of Study (36 Credits)

A. Required Courses (18 Credits)

POS-282Introduction to Comparative Politics

3

POS-315International Relations I

3

SOS-492Research Methods in Social Sciences

3

ECO-111Macroeconomics

3

-TRSFR REQ.American National Government

3

-TRSFR REQ.Political Theory OR Political Process

3

B. Political Science Electives (15 Credits)

For other TESU course options, please contact an advisor.

C. Capstone

LIB-495Liberal Arts Capstone

3

III. Electives (24 Credits)

For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses.

Total Credit Hours: 120

*TRSFR REQ - These courses are not offered by TESU. Please click here for information and resources on where you may find additional learning experiences. 

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Psychology program will be able to:

  • demonstrate knowledge of the major fields in political science;
  • describe the major forms of government, legal systems, and political ideologies;
  • demonstrate knowledge of the basic structures, functions, and processes of the government and political system of the United States;
  • explain the formation and structure of the international system theory as related to political science; and
  • articulate and apply appropriate political science research methodologies.