MA in Political Science - American Government and Politics

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PoliticsMain Subject Area

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Main Subject

Politics

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Study Level

Masters

The political science program provides a flexible curriculum for students interested in American government, comparative politics, international relations, public administration and public policy. Students will receive training in the advanced analytical, methodological, and theoretical approaches used in political science. The curriculum prepares students for work in public affairs, including employment in local, state and national government. Other graduates from the program have found employment in journalism, international business, community college teaching and administrative positions in higher education. The program also prepares students for future Ph.D. or legal studies. Internships related to government, politics and the legal system are available. Students majoring in American government and politics must take two of the following courses: PLS 4853 - contemporary constitutional development; PLS 5073 - seminar in political behavior; PLS 5173 - seminar in congressional politics; PLS 5273 - presidential politics.

Program overview

Main Subject

Politics

Degree

Study Level

Masters

Admission requirements

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MA in Political Science - American Government and Politics

PoliticsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Program overview

Main Subject

Degree

Study Level

Admission requirements

Exam Scores

Undergraduate

Tuition fee and scholarships

Scholarships

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