Masters Degree

Masters in Political Science

The Political Science program at Atlanta University of Georgia is dedicated to the study of political systems, governance, and political behavior. Students explore political theory, international rela...

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Duration

10

Total Courses

60 Hours

Credit Hours

$60,000

Total Cost

Political science

Program Overview

The Political Science program at Atlanta University of Georgia is dedicated to the study of political systems, governance, and political behavior. Students explore political theory, international relations, and government structures. They gain a deep understanding of the political processes that shape our world. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in politics, public policy, international affairs, and diplomacy. They play a crucial role in analyzing political trends, advocating for change, and contributing to the development of effective governance.

Key Highlights

Flexible Schedule

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Admission Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Course Curriculum by Modules

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01

Module 1: Core Courses

5 courses in this module

PSAPA-115
Economics for Public Policy

This course addresses the evolving nature of the American experiment in democratic government. It te...

Course Overview

This course addresses the evolving nature of the American experiment in democratic government. It teaches you the theory and the basics of American political science, the political history of this nation, and provides the critical thinking skills needed to analyze these evolving relationships.

PSAPA-181
Government and Public Planning

This course is a complete introduction to American Government and the discipline of Political Scienc...

Course Overview

This course is a complete introduction to American Government and the discipline of Political Science. It is built around a simple goal to make you effective participant in political culture by making them informed consumers of that culture. This course help you understand why government and politics matter.

PSAPA-300
American Politics

This balanced and exceedingly readable course uses Harold Laswell's classic definition of politics-"...

Course Overview

This balanced and exceedingly readable course uses Harold Laswell's classic definition of politics-"Who gets what, when, and how"-as a framework for presenting a clear, concise, and stimulating introduction to the American political system. The course explores timely issues and opinions, draw cross-cultural comparisons, and introduce important people.

AAS-370
Ethics

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical t...

Course Overview

Evenly balanced between theory and applications, this course shows you how to establish an ethical theory and how to apply it to a range of specific moral issues. This course examines ethical problems in such areas as mercy killing, personal relations, business, sexuality, medicine, and the environment.

PSAPA-434
Politics and Public Administration

This course focuses on public management and public policy. Covers new and emerging theories of gove...

Course Overview

This course focuses on public management and public policy. Covers new and emerging theories of governance; define basic values and ideas of public administration and public policy formulation in United States. It covers the gamut of subjects, including bureaucracy, history, personalities, ethics, and problems in public administration and management.

02

Module 2: Specialized Courses

5 courses in this module

PUB-161
Advanced Concepts in Policy and Politics

This course introduces essentials of government policy making in a way that you can understand. Publ...

Course Overview

This course introduces essentials of government policy making in a way that you can understand. Public policy is emphasized throughout to reveal the impact that government has on our lives. Each institution involved in policy making is defined and highlighted separately in order to gain more proper understanding of the politics.

PSC-411
International Relations and World Politics

A study of the most significant problems of world politics, including the fundamental factors govern...

Course Overview

A study of the most significant problems of world politics, including the fundamental factors governing international relations, the techniques and instruments of power politics, and the conflicting interests in organizing world peace.

PSC-413
State and Local Government

This course takes a positive look at state and local government. While acknowledging the legitimate...

Course Overview

This course takes a positive look at state and local government. While acknowledging the legitimate concerns voiced by critics, it espouses, clearly, that government can be a force for good in society. The course fosters your interest and involvement in state and local politics, policy, and public service.

PSC-594
Political Science

This course provides a survey of the advanced questions in the study of political science. It also g...

Course Overview

This course provides a survey of the advanced questions in the study of political science. It also gives a survey of the major concepts, issues, and controversies in the discipline of political science and its various sub-fields.

PSC-858
Global Comparative Politics

This course gives an outlook on the international politics of countries in the various regions of th...

Course Overview

This course gives an outlook on the international politics of countries in the various regions of the world, with an emphasis on the concepts used to understand why global political issues and processes differ across developed and developing nations.

Tuition & Fees Breakdown

Total Program Investment

$60,000

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Fee Component Amount
Total Program Cost
$60,000
Financial Aid Available

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Admissions & Eligibility Requirements

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Eligibility Criteria

Bachelor's Degree or equiv. international education

Credit Hours Required

60 Hours credit hours

Program Duration

1 Year (Self-Paced)

Courses Offered

10 total courses in the program

Application Process

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2
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3
Evaluation

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4
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