Major in Political Science

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Augusta State University
Department of Political Science
2500 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30904-2200

Telephone: (706) 737-1710
Fax: (706) 667-4083

Programs
Study Abroad Programs
  • Thessaloniki, Greece

    Certificate Programs
  • Paralegal Program
  • European Union Studies Program
  • Certificate in Latin American Studies
    Paralegal
    This non-credit certificate program consists of six courses offered under the auspices of the Department of Political Science. An application must submit official transcripts showing the equivalent of 54 semester hours of transferable credit from a regionally accredited college or university. Applicants must be approved for regular admission to the university, and must be approved by the Chair of the Political Science Department before registering for courses in the Paralegal curriculum.
    The paralegal courses run for two semesters. Three classes are offered in the fall semseter and three in the spring semester. The classes are scheduled on Tuesday and Thursday nights starting at 5:30 p.m. and lasting until 9:45 p.m. Each class is a hour and 15 minutes long with a 15 minute break in between each class.
    Please contact Dr. Raymond Whiting, Paralegal Director or Laura M. Nichols, Administrative Specialist or Call the Department of Political Science 706-737-1710.
    European Union Studies Certificate
    A certificate in EU Studies must be taken in tandem with a formal degree program. Students from all academic majors are eligible to participate so long as they possess a minimum 2.75 cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA). A student may formally apply to enroll in the program after successful completion of the following: (1) the certificate's introductory course in European Union Studies with a grade of "C" or better; (2) 30 semester hours of academic credit; and, (3) a course in World or Western Civilization.

    Certificate in Latin American Studies
    The undergraduate Certificate in Latin American Studies recognizes a student's knowledge and understanding of a region of growing importance, both economically and culturally. The course of study is designed to be interdisciplinary and complementary to existing undergraduate programs. Those who satisfy the certificate requirements of their B.A./B.S., will be awarded a Certificate in Latin American Studies.

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