BA in Political Science in Edwardsville United States | Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Political science majors at SIUE engage in coursework covering diverse aspects of government and political systems, organized into seven distinct areas:

American government and politics: Investigate the framework and operations of the U.S. political landscape, encompassing federal, state, and municipal systems, electoral processes, political groups, and policy matters
Comparative politics: Analyze and contrast political systems, economic structures, party dynamics, and governing bodies across different nations
International relations: Focus on interactions between countries and their engagements with global organizations like the UN
Political theory: Delve into foundational ideas about governance from historical thinkers, exploring state functions and citizen responsibilities while assessing political conduct
Public administration: Study organizational structures, management approaches, and operational methods within government agencies
Public law: Investigate legal proceedings and judicial interpretation of constitutional principles in the U.S. system
Political analysis: Develop skills in research design, theoretical frameworks, and analytical techniques for political studies