B.S. in Political Science 48 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Idaho |TopUniversities

B.S. in Political Science

Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Main Subject Area

PoliticsMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Politics

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The building blocks of government. Local, state and federal governments are built on a complex structure of systems, issues, ideas, processes and policies. In this program, you will examine the science behind politics and the factors that help make governments work.. As a political science major, you will explore modern-day political issues – like health care and education – and study the history of governments around the world. You will learn about topics related to globalization, American presidencies, political revolutions, civil rights and more. Students gain practical exposure to the field through internships with the legislature, political campaigns and other hands-on learning opportunities. This program could be a good fit if you: Are interested in American politics and international affairs Have strong communication skills Like to debate Consider yourself a leader Curious about current societal issues Like to be active in your community With this degree, you may become a/an: Community organizer Government administrator Analyst Political campaign manager Elected official City planner, city housing administrator Housing administrator Communications coordinator Public affairs advisor Coordinator of federal- or state-funded aid Counselor Immigration officer Journalist Labor relations specialist Human resources manager Policy analyst Publisher Policymaker Teacher Consultant Lawyer (with additional education)

Programme overview

Main Subject

Politics

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The building blocks of government. Local, state and federal governments are built on a complex structure of systems, issues, ideas, processes and policies. In this program, you will examine the science behind politics and the factors that help make governments work.. As a political science major, you will explore modern-day political issues – like health care and education – and study the history of governments around the world. You will learn about topics related to globalization, American presidencies, political revolutions, civil rights and more. Students gain practical exposure to the field through internships with the legislature, political campaigns and other hands-on learning opportunities. This program could be a good fit if you: Are interested in American politics and international affairs Have strong communication skills Like to debate Consider yourself a leader Curious about current societal issues Like to be active in your community With this degree, you may become a/an: Community organizer Government administrator Analyst Political campaign manager Elected official City planner, city housing administrator Housing administrator Communications coordinator Public affairs advisor Coordinator of federal- or state-funded aid Counselor Immigration officer Journalist Labor relations specialist Human resources manager Policy analyst Publisher Policymaker Teacher Consultant Lawyer (with additional education)

Admission Requirements

6+
Applicants must have a 2.5 on a 4.0 GPA scale is required from secondary school. Students must meet criteria for admission to university level study in home country. Other English Language Requirements accepted: TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) minimum score of 525 on the paper test; Completion of the University of Idaho American Language and Culture Program (ALCP); SAT critical reading minimum score of 500; Completion from Lewis-Clark State College Institute of Intensive English Bridge Program; Pearson (PTE) Academic score of 48; ELS Language Centers, pass of Level 112; Cambridge CAE (Certificate of Advanced English), pass; Cambridge CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English), pass; Cambridge International "O" Levels, pass; MELAB (Michigan English Language Assessment Battery) score of 74.

48 Months
Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
0 USD
International
0 USD

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