Political Science - San Diego State University

Political Science from San Diego State University is a Campus Bachelor Public Administration degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Aristotle called the study of politics "the master science ." Human beings live in communities governed by rules that affect their commerce, their rights, and their personal levels of well-being. Students who become political science majors will learn about who creates the rules by which people are governed, the attitude and behavior of leaders and members of the public which cause certain decisions to be made, and how these decisions affect such values as liberty, equality, welfare and justice. Political science is concerned with contemporary public affairs, problems in other political systems and contemporary international politics, as well as with historical growth, evolution, and decline of various types of governments . Our majors are encouraged to investigate the diversity of political institutions and practices cross-nationally, and to consider the changes occurring as a result of the increasing globalization of politics and problems. Program Overview Preparation for the political science undergraduate major requires the completion of four courses which introduce students to political concepts and practices, and which provide training in the skills of critical thinking and rigorous analysis: POLS 101, 102, 103, and 201 (or equivalent course in statistics). The minimum grade is each class must be C or higher. Majors must take a minimum of nine upper division courses in Political Science . An internship, independent research project, or capstone seminar is required. At least one class must be taken each of four sub-fields: Political Theory, American Politics, Comparative Politics, and International Politics. Career Opportunities Our undergraduate and postgraduate students go on to careers in government, law, public service and advocacy, education, business, and international agencies. Some of our students have pursued teaching careers at the secondary level. Others have worked for the federal government in areas such as intelligence, foreign affairs, environmental protection, and budget and computer administration. Opportunities often exist with state and local governments, on the staffs of national, state and local legislators, in market research, with lobbyists for trade or policy organizations, or with the press. Finally, many of our students pursue further degrees , especially in law and pubic policy analysis. View more details on San Diego State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Public Administration courses.