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Political Science - BACHELOR'S (BA)

CIP CODE 38.0101.00

DEGREE OVERVIEW

The 36-credit hour BA program is designed to meet the needs of students with or without previous experience in the degree. Featuring award-winning, dynamic faculty, our program will provide students with the knowledge and skills they need to be competitive in a changing world.


ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Our program prepares future leaders and public servants for careers across a broad range of sectors, from government to business to nonprofits. Graduates of the program will learn from experts in their field and will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to real-world situations. Here is just a sample of the courses:

  • Legislative Organization and Procedure
  • Public Opinion
  • Government in Urban America
  • Health Politics, Policy, and Advocacy
  • Introduction to Middle East Politics
  • Politics in Popular Culture.
  • Civic Engagement, Civil Society, and Community
  • U.S. Constitutional Law

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

  • Activist/Advocate/Organizer
  • Ambassador
  • Attorney
  • Banking Analyst or Executive
  • Campaign Operative
  • CIA Analyst or Agent
  • City Planner
  • Communications Director
  • Congressional Office/
  • Committee Staffer
  • Corporation Legislative Issues
  • Manager
  • FBI Agent
  • Foreign Service Officer
  • Free Lance Writer
  • High School Government Teacher
  • Immigration Officer
  • Journalist
  • Lobbyist
  • Mediator
  • Policy Analyst
  • Political Consultant
  • Pollster
  • Research Analyst
  • State Legislator
  • Teacher
  • University Professor
  • Urban Policy Planner
  • Web Content Editor
  • Writer

WHY CHOOSE US?

  • Award winning faculty
  • Experts with international reputations
  • A network of supportive and caring professionals dedicated to students' success
  • A broad alumni network

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Take the next step toward investing in yourself by learning more about our Political Science - Bachelor's (BA) program.


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If you're ready, so are we. The next step is to apply. Applying for admission is easy, and we're here to work with you every step of the way.

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PROGRAM CONTACT

Name:
Professor Kimberly Caraway

Phone:
817-272-9194

Email:
kimberly.caraway@uta.edu


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Political Science - BACHELOR'S (BA)

Learn more about this program on the Department or College website.

Department of Political Science

College of Liberal Arts