Tuition Fee
USD 10,500
Start Date
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
International Relations | Political Sciences and Civics | Public Policy Studies
Area of study
Social Sciences
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
USD 10,500
About Program
Program Overview
All students majoring in political science and seeking the BS degree are required to take 24 hours of courses at the 3000-level or above from the listed subfields. Students must complete at least one course from each of the five subfields and where at least 18 of the required 24 hours are from the listed PSCI/PADM courses.
Program Outline
Comparative Political Analysis
- PSCI 3340 Governments & Politics of Europe and Russia
- PSCI 3382 Politics of Developing Nations [UD UCA Core: D, C]
- PSCI 4305 The Political Economy of Development
- PSCI 4310 International Political Economy & Globalization [UD UCA Core: Z]
- PSCI 4312 China & International Politics [UD UCA Core: D]
- PSCI 4325 Mexican Politics & U.S.-Mexico Relations
- PSCI 4328 Dynamics of Democratization [UD UCA Core: Z]
- PSCI 4340 Seminar in Selected Topics*
- PSCI 4345 Governments & Politics of Africa [UD UCA Core: D]
- PSCI 4348 Governments & Politics of the Middle East [UD UCA Core: D]
- ECON 4320 Comparative Economic Systems
- ECON 4335 International Trade [UD UCA Core: D]
- SOC 4310 Globalization & Development
Human Behavior
- PSCI 3345 Women and U.S. Politics [UD UCA Core: D]
- PSCI 3355 Race and American Politics [UD UCA Core: D]
- PSCI 3372 Political Behavior
- PSCI 4315 The Politics of Presidential Selection
- PSCI 4320 Revolution & Political Violence [UD UCA Core: D, C]
- PSCI 4340 Seminar in Selected Topics*
- PSCI 4395 International Conflict & Conflict Management
- GEOG 3333 Geography of Natural Hazards
- PSYC 2331 Research Methods
- PSYC 4354 Judgment & Decision-Making
- SOC 3361 Gender & Society
- SOC 4301 Social Movement & Social Change
Law and Institutions
- PSCI 3300 State Government & Politics
- PSCI 3305 United Nations & International Politics [UD UCA Core: I]
- PSCI 3315 International Law & Organizations [UD UCA Core: I, C]
- PSCI 3316 Cybersecurity Law and Policy [UD UCA Core: C]
- PSCI 3330 Political Parties & Electoral Problems
- PSCI 3336 Local Government & Politics
- PSCI 3375 The American Judicial System
- PSCI 4300 Constitutional Law [UD UCA Core: I]
- PSCI 4301 Civil Liberties [UD UCA Core: I]
- PSCI 4334 The American Presidency [UD UCA Core: I, C]
- PSCI 4335 The American Congress
- PSCI 4340 Seminar in Selected Topics *
- PADM 4350 Intergovernmental Relations [UD UCA Core: C]
- CRIM 3361 Criminal Courts
Policy and Program Analysis
- PSCI 3320 Environmental Policy [UD UCA Core: R, I]
- PADM 3320 Public Policy Analysis [UD UCA Core: Z]
- PADM 3310 Public Management
- PSCI 4340 Seminar in Selected Topics*
- PADM 4330 Public Policy & Program Evaluation
- PADM 4370 Special Topics in Public Administration and Non-Profit Management
- PADM 4380 Special Topics in Public Policy
- PSCI 4388 American Foreign Policy
- PSCI 4389 Russian Foreign Policy
- PADM 4320 Government Budgeting
- ECON 3310 Public Sector Economics [UD UCA Core: R]
- ECON 3330 Environmental Economics [UD UCA Core: R]
- GEOG 3301 Conservation of Natural Resources [UD UCA Core: R]
- GEOG 3325 Urban & Regional Planning [UD UCA Core: R]
- SOC 4321 Social Policy Analysis
Theory
- PSCI 3369 Cyber Citizenship
- PSCI 3370 Political Theory I [UD UCA Core: R]
- PSCI 3371 Political Theory II [UD UCA Core: R, I]
- PSCI 4307 Political Ethics [UD UCA Core: R, I]
- PSCI 4331 American Political Theory [UD UCA Core: R, I]
- PSCI 4340 Seminar in Selected Topics *
- PHIL 3340 Critical Theories of Race [UD UCA Core: R, D]
- PHIL 3345 Feminist Philosophy [UD UCA Core: R, D]
- SOC 4330 Social Theory
* PSCI 4340, Seminar in Selected Topics, can be applied to the subfields of Comparative Political Analysis, Human Behavior, Law and Institutions, Policy and Program Analysis, and Theory, depending on the content of the seminar.
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About University
University of Central Arkansas
Overview:
University of Central Arkansas (UCA) is a public university located in Conway, Arkansas. It boasts a rich 115-year tradition of excellence and is committed to providing an innovative and collaborative education within a culture of student support and success.
Services Offered:
UCA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic Advising:
Provides guidance and support for academic planning and course selection.Accessibility Resources and Services:
Offers accommodations and support for students with disabilities.Bear Card:
A multi-purpose card used for access to campus facilities, meal plans, and more.Bookstore:
Provides textbooks, course materials, and merchandise.Campus Safety:
Ensures a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, and staff.Career Services:
Assists students with career exploration, job search, and internship opportunities.Disability Resource Center:
Provides support and accommodations for students with disabilities.Financial Aid:
Offers various financial aid programs and scholarships to help students fund their education.Food Services:
Provides dining options on campus.Housing & Residence Life:
Offers on-campus housing options and residence life programs.Information Technology:
Provides technical support and resources for students.Library:
Offers a vast collection of books, journals, and digital resources.Student Health:
Provides healthcare services to students.Student Organizations:
Offers a wide variety of student organizations for students to join and engage in extracurricular activities.Veterans Services:
Provides support and resources for veteran students.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UCA offers a vibrant campus life with numerous opportunities for students to get involved and make connections. Students can:
Join over 150 Recognized Student Organizations:
Catering to diverse interests and passions.Participate in various events and activities:
From sporting events to cultural performances.Live in on-campus housing:
With various residence halls and living learning communities.Enjoy recreational facilities:
Including a campus recreation center.Volunteer in the community:
Through service-learning opportunities.Key Reasons to Study There:
UCA Commitment:
A groundbreaking program offering a debt-free pathway for tuition and fees for incoming Arkansas freshmen with household income of $100k or less.Small class sizes:
Allowing for personalized attention from faculty.Engaging programs:
Providing hands-on learning experiences and internships.Supportive community:
Fostering a sense of belonging and success.Strong academic reputation:
With a focus on research and experiential learning.Academic Programs:
UCA offers a wide range of academic programs across five colleges:
Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences:
Includes programs in art, history, literature, and more.Business:
Offers programs in accounting, finance, marketing, and more.Education:
Provides programs for aspiring teachers and educators.Health & Behavioral Sciences:
Includes programs in nursing, psychology, and more.Science and Engineering:
Offers programs in biology, chemistry, computer science, and more.Other:
UCA has a 14 to 1 student to faculty ratio.
The average ACT score for first-time undergraduate students is 22.4.
UCA offers over 141 academic programs and certificates.
UCA is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
UCA is classified as a Community Engagement Institution by the Carnegie Foundation.
Total programs
45
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