Eastern Kentucky University

Course Details

B.A. in Political Science

Course Description

Political Science is the study of power, conflict, war, cooperation, governments within the United States or across the world, public agencies, human values, beliefs, voting, elections, and how all of these things intereact in the public sphere. It was, according to Aristotle, the Master Science, because it influenced how all other knowledge was used in society. It is especially relevant to government workers, lawyers, journalists, and educators -but any profession which works in the larger society can benefit from a major or minor in Political Science. Degree Options B.A. in Political Science Minor in Legal Studies Minor in Political Science Minor in Public Administration Political Science is the perfect major for students who are interested in learning about: U.S. and world government International relations Law Public administration

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Rewarding Career Opportunities Students graduating with this major enter a variety of careers in: Federal, state, and local government Campaigns Law Business Nonprofit organizations Where Are Recent Graduates Employed? Lawyer, Frost Brown Todd, Lexington, Ky. Deputy Chief of Staff, Senate Democratic Leadership Office, Frankfort, Ky. ARC Consultant, Hindman, Ky.




B.A. in Political Science Eastern Kentucky University