Bachelor of Arts in Political Science
The Department of Political Science offers a B.A. program in political science. Students can choose to concentrate their studies in International Politics and Political Systems or in Public Policy and Administration. The structure of the program provides students with the theory and practice that enable them to explore the subdivisions of the discipline: Political Thought, Comparative Politics, International Relations, and Public Policy. The program offers students quality education that provides them with the required knowledge and skills to lead them to exciting careers in federal and local government, research centers, international organizations, and media, or to pursue graduate studies in political science.
Program Objectives
- Provide students with solid knowledge in the field of political science.
- Equip students with competencies necessary for successful careers in politics.
- Prepare students to pursue graduate studies in political science.
- Foster responsible citizenship.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Define political science concepts.
- Explicate major theories of various subfields of political science.
- Identify essential political processes, institutions, actors, behaviors, and ideas that shape national and international contexts.
- Apply ethical reasoning in relation to political science issues.
- Employ qualitative and quantitative research methods in political science analysis.
- Analyze public policy issues both independently and in a team
- Communicate descriptive and analytical knowledge effectively in written and oral format to various audiences
- Discuss the political and administrative systems of the UAE, as well as its developmental achievements
- Demonstrate preparedness for continued reflective practice and lifelong learning.
Degree Requirements
Required Credit Hours : minimum 120 hours
General Education (Req. Ch:33) Cluster 1: Skills for the Future (Req. Ch:15)
| Area 1: Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEIE222 | Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Area 2: English Communication (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEAE101 | Academic English for Humanities and STEM | 3 |
| Area 3: Fourth Industrial Revolution (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEIT112 | Fourth Industrial Revolution | 3 |
| Area 4: Critical Thinking (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PHI180 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| Area 5: Quantitative Reasoning (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| MATH120 | Contemporary Applications of Math | 3 |
| STAT101 | Statistics in the Modern World | 3 |
Cluster 2: The Human Community (Req. Ch:12)
| Area 1: Humanities and Fine Arts (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ARCH366 | History and Theories of Contemporary Architecture | 3 |
| HSR120 | Introduction to Heritage & Culture | 3 |
| HSR130 | Introduction to Language & Communication | 3 |
| MSC200 | Introduction to Mass Media | 3 |
| PHI101 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| PHI226 | Human Rights Theory | 3 |
| PHIL120 | Principles of Professional Ethics | 3 |
| TRS200 | Introduction to Translation | 3 |
| CHIN101 | Chinese 1 for Beginners 1 | 3 |
| FCH101 | French 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| KOR101 | Korean 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| GER101 | German 1 for Beginners | 3 |
| SPN101 | Spanish 1 for Beginners | 3 |
1 : Registering in any of these courses: (CHIN101, FCH101, KOR101, GER101, SPN101) should be followed by registering in the relevant complementary course in Area 2: (CHIN102, FCH102, GER102, KOR102, SPN102, respectively) | ||
| Area 2: Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| AGRB210 | Introduction to Agribusiness | 3 |
| ECON110 | Principles of Economics | 3 |
| HSR140 | Introduction to Society & Behavior | 3 |
| HSR150 | Introduction to Government Policy & Urban Structures | 3 |
| PSYC100 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 |
| GEO200 | World Regional Geography | 3 |
| GEHP111 | Happiness and Wellbeing | 3 |
| CURR103 | Early Childhood Development & Learning | 3 |
| CHIN102 | Chinese 2 for Beginners 2 | 3 |
| FCH102 | French 2 for Beginners | 3 |
| KOR102 | Korean 2 for Beginners | 3 |
| GER102 | German 2 for Beginners | 3 |
| SPN102 | Spanish 2 for Beginners | 3 |
2 : Registering in any of these courses: (CHIN102, FCH102, GER102, KOR102, SPN102) should be preceded with successful completion of the relevant complementary course in Area 1: (CHIN101, FCH101, GER101, KOR101, SPN101) | ||
| Area 3: Emirates Society (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEEM105 | Emirates Studies | 3 |
| Area 4: Islamic Culture (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GEIS101 | Biography of the Prophet "Sira" | 3 |
Cluster 3: The Natural World (Req. Ch:6)
| Area 1: Natural Sciences (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ARAG205 | Introduction to Fish & Animal Science | 3 |
| ARAG220 | Natural Resources | 3 |
| CHEM181 | Chemistry in the Modern World | 3 |
| FDSC250 | Contemporary Food Science & Nutrition | 3 |
| GEOL110 | Planet Earth | 3 |
| PHED201 | Physical Fitness and Wellness | 3 |
| PHYS100 | Astronomy | 3 |
| PHYS101 | Conceptual Physics | 3 |
| Area 2: Sustainability (3 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| GESU121 | Sustainability | 3 |
Political Science Major (Req. Ch: 45)
| Required Courses (27 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSG110 | Fundamentals of Political Science | 3 |
| PSG120 | Government & Politics of UAE | 3 |
| PSG242 | Methods of Research in Political Science | 3 |
| PSG250 | Principles of International Relations | 3 |
| PSG261 | Political Thought | 3 |
| PSG270 | Comparative Politics | 3 |
| PSG430 | Special Topics | 3 |
| PSG485 | Integrated Capstone | 3 |
| PSG440 | Internship 3 | 3 |
3 : The internship is conducted over a complete semester. No courses are allowed to be registered during the internship | ||
Concentration Requirements (Req CH:18)
| Students should take one of the following concentrations: (18 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
1: International Politics and Political Systems Concentration (Req. CH:18)
| Required Courses (12 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ECON105 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| PSG255 | International Organizations | 3 |
| PSG315 | International Political Economy | 3 |
| PSG422 | Foreign Policy of Global Powers | 3 |
| Elective Courses (6 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| PSG302 | Diplomatic Systems | 3 |
| PSG312 | Foreign Policy of Arab States | 3 |
| PSG321 | Gulf Politics | 3 |
| PSG332 | Europe & The United States | 3 |
| PUBL207 | Public International Law | 3 |
2: Government, Policy and Administration Concentration (Req. CH:18)
| Required Courses (12 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ECON105 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| PSG130 | Public Administration | 3 |
| PSG331 | Local Governments & Local Administrations | 3 |
| PSG425 | Public Policy | 3 |
| Elective (6 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| HRMD320 | Human Resources Management | 3 |
| MSC412 | Public Opinion | 3 |
| PSG352 | Financial Policies and Budgeting in the UAE | 3 |
| PUBL206 | Administrative Law | 3 |
| SOC314 | Political Sociology | 3 |
Minors (Req. CH: 36)
| Minor (1) (18 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Minor (2) (Students can either take Minor (2) or 18 credit hours from any free elective courses.) (18 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
Free Electives (Req. CH: 6)
| Free Electives (6 hours ) | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
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