Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA, Cambridge

Political Science, B.A.

Course Highlights

A major in Political Science from Marshall University will drag this nebulous political world into the light of the real world (They re actually much closer together than you think). We will explore what politicians and political scientists mean when they use abstract words such as power, government, distribution of scarce resources, political culture, freedom, and equality.

Career Opportunities

Career options for social sciences graduates: jobs you can do with a degree in economics, geography, history, law, politics, psychology, sociology etc. If you are graduating with a degree in social sciences, you may find there is a limited number of careers in which your subject is an essential requirement. However, there will be many areas in which your qualification can be an advantage.Careers for social science graduates Some of the areas employing social science graduates are: accountancy advertising/marketing banking and insurance business management economics local government management consultancy market research media politics psychology retail and sales teaching and lecturing tourism town planning.

Course Overview

We often hear that politics and government are light-years removed from the lives and concerns of real people. Many believe politics is a dirty business and best left for politicians working in places like the county courthouse, the state capital, the White House, and the United Nations. In fact, a major in Political Science will drag this nebulous political world into the light of the real world (They re actually much closer together than you think). We will explore what politicians and political scientists mean when they use abstract words such as power, government, distribution of scarce resources, political culture, freedom, and equality. I want to find another Bachelor Course We will also help you answer questions like: How is power in America exercised and distributed What are the sources of conflict in society Why is there turmoil in the Middle East and what is the role of the United States in that turmoil Is war ever justified What do we really mean when we talk justice Is there a difference between what governments do and what people really want How do politics and government in West Virginia compare with that of other states What kind of world might we live in when your children are getting ready for college And this is just the tip of the iceberg. Political Science is a fascinating, in-depth look at your world. Our majors leave Marshall University with a degree that has prepared them to face their next challenge. We are very proud that our majors go on to law schools like the University of Kentucky, WVU, and Ohio State and graduate schools like George Washington, the University of North Carolina, the University of Texas at Austin, the University of Tennessee, and Syracuse University. They get jobs with the executive and legislative branches in Charleston and Washington, D.C., work for political parties and non-profit agencies, as well as go directly into the business world. Regardless of career path, we strive to teach our majors the content knowledge, as well as the critical thinking and writing skills, that are necessary in today's highly competitive job market.

Subjects

Programme Structure Courses Included: American State Government and Politics (some Writing Intensive sections) Urban Government and Politics Black Politics The American Legislative Process The American Executive Process Power in American Society Urban Problems and Public Policy

Fees

AUD/year

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements Completed application for admission. A non-refundable application fee of $30. An official, final transcript, including graduation date, sent directly from the student's high school to the Marshall University Admissions Office. Official college transcript sent to the Marshall University Admissions Office. American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores.

English Entry Requirement

6

Contact Details

Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)