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    Mar 28, 2024  
2019-2020 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Augusta University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Bachelor of Arts with a major in Political Science


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Program Overview

The general political science major gives students a broad view of political science through classes in the discipline’s traditional subfields of American government, comparative politics/international relations, and political theory.  Students interested in law, security studies and international politics can focus their major on these areas.

https://www.augusta.edu/pamplin/social-sciences/learn-more#pols

Program Coordinator
Kim Davies, PhD
706-737-1710
socsci@augusta.edu
Admissions Information

For more information on admissions requirements, please visit the Office of Admissions website. https://www.augusta.edu/admissions/

Progression and Graduation Requirements
  • A grade of C or better is required in all Area F and Major Concentration courses.
  • Exit Exam required in final term.

Core Area A-E: 42 Hours


For more information on Core Curriculum Areas A-E, see Core Requirements .

Area F: 18 Hours


A grade of C or better is required in all Area F courses.

Nine hours from any other 3000 and higher Political Science courses: 9 Hours


Free Electives: 28-30 Hours


At least 9 hours must be at the 3000 or 4000 level.

Wellness Graduation Requirement: 4 Hours


Students who transfer to Augusta University with less than 60 credit hours must complete the Wellness Requirement.

Total Hours for the Degree: 124-125


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