The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science is a liberal arts degree for students seeking to develop the broad knowledge, critical thinking, research, and communications skills appropriate for a complex and rapidly changing world. Students pursuing the BA degree in Political Science will complete introductory political science courses in public service & policy, comparative politics, international relations, and political theory. Students will also complete upper-division electives in several fields of political science, including American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, public administration, and public policy. The BA degree in Political Science prepares students who plan to pursue graduate degrees in political science and related areas, as well as law degrees. Graduates of the degree program may pursue professional careers in the public and private sectors, including leadership roles in government, law, military, and corporations.
Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science:
BA in Political Science – Students who declared a major in political science (BA degree) prior to Fall 2022 will complete these requirements.
BA in Political Science (Revised) – Students who declare a major in political science (BA degree) starting in Fall 2022 will complete these requirements.
Contact
Dr. Joseph Howard, Director
Political Science Program
Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies
University of Central Arkansas
Conway, Arkansas 72035
E-Mail: jhoward@uca.edu
Phone: 501-450-3412