Bachelors in Political Science

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Program Overview

Political Science majors study political life in the varied contexts in which it occurs institutions, social movements, power relations, elections, political culture, ideas, and war. The major emphasizes issues central to public life such as democracy, citizenship and participation, inequality, global forces, institutions, and governance. The most significant purpose of the Political Science major is to help educate a reflective and active citizenry capable of sharing power and responsibility in a contemporary democracy. The curriculum supports this goal first by developing students skills in comprehending and engaging complex arguments and phenomena

Program Key Stats

$42100 (Annual cost)
$ 85
Aug Intake : 15th Oct


60 %
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Eligibility Criteria

2.9
37
82

1230
6.5
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Career Options

  • Government treasury officer
  • Intelligence specialist
  • Assistant city manager
  • Media electronics analyst
  • Legal investigator

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