Political Science (BA.POS)

Upon completion of the Political Science major, students will be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:

1. The basic analytical concepts and theories of the discipline of Political Science.
2. The institutions of American politics and government and how they function.
3. American political culture and political behavior. 
4. The political systems of other nations, including their political institutions, processes, culture, and behavior.
5. Global politics, international institutions, and global issues.
6. Political philosophies, theories, and ideologies and their significance to political life.
7. The skills and methodologies appropriate for research in Political Science.