| What is the Political Science program? |
The Political Science program is designed for students that want a broad based education in the social sciences in order to prepare for careers in education, government, and private sector.
Students are exposed to major fields of the discipline, primarily American politics, public policy, and international relations. Students learn about the primary political institutions of the American and Texas political systems as well as the policy making process and the major institutions of the international system.
| What can I do with this course of study? |
Courses are designed to provide students with critical analytical skills in preparation for employment with governmental entities, teaching, graduate studies, and entry level management positions with private sector employers.
| What's special about program? |
Students are provided with a hands-on internship with a local governmental or non-profit entity as part of the Associate of Arts degree in Political Science.