BSc 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 dynamics of the U.S. political landscape, encompassing federal, state, and municipal governance, electoral processes, political groups, and policy matters
Comparative politics: Analyze and contrast political systems, economic structures, party organizations, and governing institutions 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 state functions and citizen rights from historical thinkers, while assessing theoretical approaches to understanding political actions
Public administration: Study organizational structures, management approaches, and operational methods within government agencies
Public law: Investigate legal procedures and the judiciary's role in constitutional interpretation within the U.S. system
Political analysis: Develop skills in research design, conceptual frameworks, and methodological approaches for political studies.