Program Overview
The Department of Political Science offers an undergraduate program leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree. The program is designed to provide a broad and solid foundation in Political Science, Political Analysis, International Affairs, and Policy Studies to help students develop knowledge and skills in preparation for a professional career in the public, private, or not for profit sectors.
The emphasis is upon the development of specific skills necessary for Leadership, management, planning, and evaluation of government programs; upon providing a comprehensive understanding of policy-making and policy-implementation within a local, national, or global context; and upon the preparation for individuals interested in further professional education at graduate or law school.
Individuals with a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science may qualify for administrative and management trainee positions in such fields as legislative and policy research, public relations, personnel work, budget analysis, security investigation, etc. Employment opportunities also include such professional careers as college and university teaching, law, city management, urban planning, public administration, policy research and analysis, foreign service and many other careers with local, national and international organizations both public and private.
Program Options
- Bachelor of Arts
- Five Year Bachelor of Arts/MBA
- Five Year Bachelor of Arts/MPA
- Duquesne School of Law, 3+3 Early Admissions Program
- Political Science Minor
- Bachelor of Arts for Graduates of Two Year Colleges
Curriculum and Course Descriptions
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Liberal Studies Core
The Liberal Studies Core Curriculum is one reflection of Gannon University's commitment to
its Catholic identity. The Core's design offers students a defined, integrated, shared
experience as the foundation for their undergraduate program.