The B.A. in political science includes the study of governments, political philosophy, international political organizations, civil and international conflict, public policies, political processes, political movements, campaigns and political behavior. Political scientists use both humanistic and scientific methodological approaches to rigorously examine political phenomena. Those interested in critical issues such as health, the environment, political campaigns, civil rights, international conflict and civil war should consider studying political science.
Political Science,
University Rank:#1170
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Duration4 year(s)
Tuition FeeUSD 49,934 / Year
Next IntakeSeptember 6, 2023
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Entry Requirements
- Submit secondary school documents including results and certificates of completion from national secondary school examinations (if applicable).
- Scans/copies of original academic documents are accepted for admission purposes.
- Official academic documents must be presented to the Office of Undergraduate Admission at the time of enrollment.
- Submit certified English translations of all secondary (high school) and post-secondary (if applicable) coursework not written in English.
- Submit certified English translations of all secondary (high school) and post-secondary (if applicable) coursework not written in English.
- Applicants who have attended a secondary school or post-secondary school where the language of instruction is English may be exempt from submitting an English proficiency examination depending upon their English grades (AP, IB, O level, A-level, GCSE, American Curriculum) and their SAT and/or ACT scores (if submitted). Such exemptions are determined on a case-by-case basis.
- Submit SAT and/or ACT scores (optional).Submit letter(s) of recommendation. You may submit this online with your Common Application.If you pursued a “gap year,” please include a brief paragraph explaining your activities during this period.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 53
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 79
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Application Fee 65
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Political Science,
University of Rhode Island
United States of America, Aberdeen