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Online Political Science Degree

Political science is the study of government, politics and how our complex institutions work. The Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Keiser University examines a vast array of issues and problems that are crucial to the future of our nation and the world. This degree can lead to an exciting entry-level career in government, law, business, education and politics, in addition to providing a solid foundation for continuing on to graduate school. Our online program gives you the flexibility to study when it's most convenient.

Political Science Program Overview

The broad-based curriculum of the B.A. in Political Science program provides students with an opportunity to take a wide range of courses in all areas of the discipline. You'll get a solid understanding of how government functions in American society and the differences between various government and economic systems. You'll also examine the economic, social, historical and philosophical foundation of political theories and analyze the role of U.S. foreign policy in the world today. Students gain expertise in APA format, research and writing in political science.

Career Opportunities

Graduates from Keiser University Political Science program may qualify for employment in these careers:

  • Government agencies and public sector
  • International organizations
  • Non-governmental organizations
  • Non-profit organizations
  • Research field conducting social science, market, or financial research

Curriculum

120.0 Credit Hours

Our curriculum for the Political Science Bachelor of Arts degree consists of 120 credit hours. These hours consist of 36 lower division credits in general education, 24 lower division credits in major courses, 12 upper division credits in general education and 48 upper division credits in major.

Lower Division Political Science Major Courses

24.0 Credit Hours
  • Political Science
  • Comparative Politics
  • International Relations
  • Introduction to Political Theory
  • Criminal Law
  • Politics of the Developing World
  • U.S. Latin American Relations
  • Domestic and International Terrorism

Lower Division General Education Courses

36.0 Credit Hours
  • Behavioral/Social Science
  • Communications
  • Computers
  • Economics
  • English
  • Humanities/Fine Arts
  • Mathematics
  • Natural Science

Upper Division Political Science Major Courses

  • Intergovernmental Relations
  • Mass Media and Politics
  • The American Presidency
  • Voting Behavior and Public Opinion
  • The Campaign Process
  • Religion and Politics
  • Introduction to Public Policy
  • Great Political Thinkers
  • Middle East Foreign Policy
  • Environmental Politics
  • Public Finance
  • The World Economy
  • Urban Government Social Policy
  • American Constitutional Law
  • Immigration Law
  • Issues in International Policy

Upper Division General Education Courses

  • Conflict Resolution
  • Critical Thinking
  • Intermediate Statistics
  • History of Civil Rights and Civil Liberties