By studying political science, you develop an understanding of the activities and ideas that shape the future. You learn how decisions are made and the effect they have on the well-being of people and societies. You explore the nature and uses of power and the breadth and outcomes of citizen and government actions.
We face new and old problems in society today. As political scientists, we consider the value of different ways of meeting these challenges. 政治科学 at Heidelberg is an interdisciplinary program where you are encouraged to use the knowledge and skills of history, 哲学, 心理学, 人类学, sociology and mathematics to explore public life in local communities, nation-states and world forums. We emphasize a “hands-on” approach to learning: internships, visits with public officials, simulated legislative sessions and guided research.
课程
Below are the course requirements for the 政治科学 Major:
This does not replace official academic requirements in the university catalog. Enrolled students will work with their faculty advisor to ensure they meet all the requirements of their major.
30学时
- POL 125: Introduction to Politics and Government
- POL 200: Introduction to Political Philosophy
- POL 221:全球政治
- POL 227: American National Government
- POL 344:研究方法
- POL 409: Senior Capstone Experience
Plus four additional 政治科学 courses of your choosing.
Study abroad and the 华盛顿的学期 program are strongly recommended for all majors.
This does not replace official academic requirements in the university catalog. Enrolled students will work with their faculty advisor to ensure they meet all the requirements of their major.
18学时
- POL 125: Introduction to Politics and Government
- POL 221:全球政治
- POL 227: American National Government
Plus three additional 政治科学 courses of your choosing.
For a more detailed academic schedule, or to ask questions about any of our majors, contact the 入学 Office at 入学 [at] 澳门银河网站.edu or (419) 448-2330.
Travel with your friends to the 模拟联合国 Far West 会议. 每隔一年, a delegation of Heidelberg students travel to San Francisco to participate in the annual conference, representing different countries, serving in leadership roles, and meeting students from across the country.
华盛顿学期, administered by the Reagan Institute in DC, enables you to obtain valuable work and study experiences within governmental or private agencies or institutions in the nation’s capital. You’ll enroll in special seminars and engage in research and career-oriented work experiences.
Heidelberg 政治科学 majors have found success in a wide variety of careers, 包括以下职位:
- 管理员
- 教授
- 律师和法官
- 政府官员
- Politician Consultant/Advisor
As a recent Heidelberg grad and new Masters student at American University's School of International Service, I owe the humanities a big thank you for getting me to this point in my academic career. From taking my career goals seriously to challenging me in the 教室, the humanities department is one that I will continue to recommend to anyone looking to explore their interest in the humanities. Currently I am working towards my Masters in Global Governance, 政策, and Security 研究 at American, a school I did not think I would have gotten into without my amazing experiences in the humanities department.
One of the best part of Heidelberg is getting to know and working with your professors. You'll be supported and challenged as you develop skills and experiences centered around research you're interested in.
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