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Political Science
Political Science is the study of power. Power is at the core of almost any kind of relationship – in families, workplaces, religious, community or government organizations. Political Science is primarily interested in the power relationship between citizens and their governments and in the power relationship among governments, whether it is between or within countries. Political scientists study how different governments use power, how power functions within government institutions and bureaucracies, as well as the sources and limits of governmental power. Political scientists examine interactions between citizens and government through elections, participation in interest groups, grassroots activism, and public opinion.
Academics
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Program Information
Learning Goals
Master of Arts for Teachers in Political Science
- Explain political science concepts.
- Critically evaluate the credibility, reliability, accuracy, and utility of political science information obtained from various sources.
- Analyze empirical social science research.
- Explain how political attitudes, beliefs, and preferences influence/impact political behavior and decision-making.
- Analyze political problems, institutions, theories, and/or processes.
Graduate Certificate in Political Science
- Explain political science concepts.
- Critically evaluate the credibility, reliability, accuracy, and utility of political science information obtained from various sources.
- Analyze empirical social science research.
- Explain how political attitudes, beliefs, and preferences influence/impact political behavior and decision-making.
- Analyze political problems, institutions, theories, and/or processes.