Program Description

Political Science is the study of the formal institutions of government and the actual behavior of people in public life. It examines both the institutions and processes of government using both empirical and normative research methodologies. A degree with a major in political science is of value to all persons who take the responsibilities and opportunities of membership in a democratic society seriously. Specifically, political science is the undergraduate major of a majority of persons who attend law school; serves as prerequisite for graduate study in a number of social science disciplines; and is an ideal liberal arts major for careers in business, journalism, public and international affairs, the federal government, state and local government, teaching, interest groups, campaign management, communications, and many others.

Supervised internships and cooperative study programs at sites in business, industry and government are available and students are strongly urged to participate.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to: 

1. Demonstrate knowledge of foundational political principles and ideals.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the structure and operation of political systems and institutions.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the nature, role, and influence of various political processes.
4. Demonstrate knowledge of the scope and methods of the political science discipline.
5. Demonstrate political research skills that illuminate key theories and concepts and address core issues to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of political science.
6. Demonstrate communication skills appropriate to convey their knowledge and understanding of political science.

This program is a part of the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences .

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Admissions, Enrollment, and Graduation Criteria

Admissions Criteria

This program does not have specific admission requirements and only admission to Kennesaw State University is required. For more information, please visit the Admissions  section of the Catalog.

Enrollment Criteria

This program does not have specific enrollment requirements. 

Graduation Criteria

Each student is expected to meet the requirements outlined in Academic Policies 5.0 PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS & GRADUATION .

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Program Course Requirements