Political Science, BA

Political Science is the study of government and public policy and of the political behavior of individuals and groups. It uses both humanistic and scientific perspectives and skills to examine political systems in the United States, all countries and regions of the world, and international relations.

Political science students understand the dynamic and changing political world in which we live and its ramifications for our lives. The understanding of how politics work, the motivating factors behind public policy, and the use of public strength to advantage, as well as many other topics, are critical to political science.

Students will demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of the content materials relative to their studies in Political Science.  More specifically, students will use course content to: identify, describe, analyze and evaluate major events, trends, peoples, groups, cultures, ideas, and institutions.
 

Specialization Track Options

• American Politics & Public Law
• Global Politics

The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Political Science requires the following:

• A minimum of 36 credit hours of PSC coursework. At least 21 of those hours must be upper division (courses numbered 3000 or higher).
• At least 30 hours of PSC courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better. No grade below a C- may apply to the major.
• A minimum 2.0 GPA must be maintained in all PSC coursework.
• No more than 60 credit hours of PSC coursework may apply to the bachelor’s degree.
• A Senior Portfolio and exit exam must be completed prior to graduation.

Additional coursework is required to complete the Political Science, BA degree. Please see the advising guide on the Academic Advising website for more information.

To learn more about admission requirements and the application process, please visit the UCCS Admissions page.

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