Bachelor of Arts with a major in Political Science and a Secondary Teacher Certification

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Program Overview

The secondary teacher certification concentration combines the Political Science major (at least 30 hours) with the appropriate courses from the College of Education (at least 34 hours) for students who wish to teach Social Studies in Georgia.

https://www.augusta.edu/pamplin/social-sciences/political-science.php

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, Major Concentration, and Secondary Teacher Education 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.

Prerequisites:

POLS 1101 - Introduction to American Government (3 Credit Hours)

Required Courses: 6 Hours

Electives in Social Science: 12 Hours

Select four courses from below not chosen elsewhere:

Major Concentration: 30 Hours

A grade of C or better is required for all major courses.

Secondary Teacher Education: 34 Hours

A grade of C or better required in all these courses.

Prior to admission to Teacher Education: 9 Hours

After admission to Teacher Education: 25 Hours

Wellness Graduation Requirement: 4 Hours

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

WELL 1000 - Wellness (2 Credit Hours)
Activity Course: 1 Credit Hour
Activity Course: 1 Credit Hour

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