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About the Department of Political Science

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Our award winning faculty is here to provide you with courses leading to Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Master of Science degrees.

Courses are designed to introduce you to the political ideas and events that have shaped our world and to train you to think critically about issues pertinent to our interdependent world. Our program is designed to prepare you for a variety of careers including: academia, law, journalism, government, non-profit organizations, international organizations, research, education and business.


Mission

The Department of Political Science at UNO stresses its instructional mission, while strongly fulfilling its research and service obligations. Our instructors have received Excellence in Teaching Awards, published books and articles, and regularly share their professional knowledge with the community.


Department of Political Science At A Glance

Undergraduate Program
Number of Majors: 160
Degrees Offered: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science
Optional Concentrations: Yes (Government Affairs and Civic Engagement, Foreign and National Security Affairs, Law and the courts, Political Theory, and Race, Ethnicity, Gender Politics)
Credits needed: B.A. - 36 credits, B.S. - 36 credits
Minor Offered: Yes
Number of Faculty: 10 full-time, 17 part-time and adjunct
Graduate Program
Number of Students: 90
Degrees Offered: Master of Science (thesis and non-thesis options)
Optional Concentrations: International Affairs
Optional Certifications:

Yes (Government, Global Intelligence Operations, Intelligence and National Security)

Credits needed: 30
Minor Offered: Yes
Number of Faculty: 10 full-time, 8 part-time and adjunct

Preparing For Your Future

We can help you turn your passion for Political Science into a successful career. Learn more

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