Master's in Political Science
Program Overview
Master's in Political Science
The MA degree program is student-centered, and dedicated to studying the interaction of government, culture, and economics from both international and domestic perspectives. Our goal is to produce graduates who are informed and engaged citizens of the global society. Graduate students are trained in relevant research methodologies, and in all areas of Political Science. A joint Master of Arts in Political Science and Library and Information Science is also available.
Program Details
What Will I Learn?
Students present their research at the weekly school research colloquium and are provided research support for regional research conferences. In 2019, the University of Southern Mississippi hosted the Mississippi Political Science Association conference. We also have a regular faculty and student research exchange with other universities in the region.
Intellectual Diversity
Within the context of a welcoming and supportive learning environment, faculty challenge students from a wide variety of perspectives. Their intellectual commitments, teaching styles, and research methods are varied, and they invite meaningful debate and discussion.
Faculty in Political Science are known for their dedication to teaching. They are committed to making sure that students have what they need to be successful, both in and beyond the classroom.
Availability
- Degree Plan: Political Science MA
- Availability: Online 100%
College and School
The program is offered by the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Social Science and Global Studies.
Career Options
- Local, State, and Federal Government
- College Instructor
- Higher Education Administrator
Recent Program Alumni
- Brad E. Irvin, Vice Principal IDEA Public Charter School Washington D.C
- Emma Fontenot, Social Science Librarian, University of Houston
- Jacob Rothschild, PhD Candidate, Political Science Northwestern University
- Sam Frye, U.S. Department of State
Program Statistics
- 10 top Ph.D. program placements
- 23 graduate-level courses offered
