Online Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (BA)
Political Science
Program Overview
Looking for the right place to pursue your political science bachelor’s degree? Earn your BA through the online degree program at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. A bachelor’s degree in political science can prepare students for diverse career paths, including roles in government, public policy, law, international relations, non-profit management, political campaigning, journalism, and education.
To be admitted to the BA in Political Science program, students must have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA and 45 transferable credit hours from previous institutions.
Why Choose Political Science?
Political science covers a lot, from looking at campaigns and elections to digging into political philosophy. It focuses on how government works at every level—local to international—and explores how social values impact public policy. Political science mixes theory and practice, making it a great major or elective for anyone. It’s perfect for students aiming for careers in law, government, foreign service, business, journalism, and teaching. It also lays solid groundwork for graduate studies in law, political science, or public administration. Plus, even if you’re not focusing on law or government, taking political science classes can open your eyes to public issues and help you understand the complexities of today’s world.
A Bachelor of Arts in Political Science offers a wealth of diverse professional pathways, making it a excellent choice for those interested in understanding political systems while having flexibility in career options.
- Academic Research and Teaching
- Business and Finance
- Government
- International Affairs
- Law
- Non-profits and Non-governmental Organizations
- Public Administration
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Featured Courses
Here are a few examples of the courses you can take as a political science student:
Introduction to politics and political systems, emphasizing government in a cross-national and global perspective. Focus on the knowledge and principal concerns of political science as a social science.
An introduction to the concepts, enduring questions, and significant thinkers associated with political philosophy with specific attention to differing conceptions of human nature, politics, the state, civic obligation and rights, freedom, justice, and democracy.
Fundamentals of comparative political inquiry, including what constitutes comparative politics, how comparative study of political systems is done, and major issues in comparative politics.
Participation in political science colloquia; reflection on and assessment of political science major; consideration of career and graduate/professional school opportunities.
