Political Science
Texas A&M University-San Antonio offers a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) program in Political Science (POLS). Students entering with the program with an Associate’s degree in POLS or transfer students who have taken the prerequisite classes can earn a B.A. in POLS in approximately two years. Students may also minor in POLS.
What is Political Science?
Political science is the study of governments, public policies and political processes, systems, and political behavior. Political science subfields include political theory, political philosophy, political ideology, political economy, policy studies and analysis, comparative politics, international relations, and a host of related fields. Political scientists use both humanistic and scientific perspectives and tools and a variety of methodological approaches to examine the process, systems, and political dynamics of all countries and regions of the world. (Source: The American Political Science Association; http://www.apsanet.org/; Accessed, January 28, 2009).
Why study Political Science?
Are you interested in American politics? International affairs? Critical issues such as health, the environment, civil rights? Theories concerning the ideal government and how power and resources are allocated in society? Do you want to study these subjects and pursue a career based on your interest? If so, you should consider studying political science.
Skills developed while earning a B.A. in Political Science
Political science students can gain a versatile set of skills that can be applied in a wide range of exciting careers in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; pre-collegiate education; electoral politics; research and university and college teaching.
Careers with a B.A. in Political Science
A bachelor's degree in political science can lead to exciting careers in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; pre-collegiate education; electoral politics; research and university and college teaching.
For other questions related to the Political Science program, please contact A&M-San Antonio at 210-932-7117.