Political Science BA

University of Central Missouri

Study the policies and behavior that govern our society and culture in the University of Central Missouri’s Political Science BA program. Housed in the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, along with the Political Science BS, this versatile liberal arts degree is both broad and focused, opening a wide variety of opportunities in grad school and jobs for Poli Sci majors. As a Political Science major, you can specialize in one of four subfields:American Politics, Public Law and Theory: If you’re interested in a career in government, public service or law, this subfield of political science is a great option. Poli Sci majors will learn the fundamentals of the U.S. political system, Constitutional law, civil liberties and civil rights, as well as political institutions, political parties, political ideologies and public policy.International and Regional Politics: If you’re interested in a career in government and international affairs, this subfield allows you to dive deep into key political dynamics across the globe, including regions such as Europe, the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, and Africa. Poli Sci majors explore the complex politics between countries and international institutions while addressing global concerns, from climate change and globalization to human rights and security issues.

College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences