Political Science

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Program Description

The Political Science Associates Degree program within the Social Sciences Department is designed to prepare students for successful transfer to a four-year college or university. This degree program is a great choice for students interested in pursuing a career in government, politics, law enforcement or the legal field in general. The Political Science path introduces students to the following:

fundamental communications skills
U.S. history with an emphasis on the political, economic, diplomatic, and social development
the features of American government including constitutional principles and the structure and functions of the three branches
the functions of state and local government
the social, political, religious, economic, and cultural development of World civilization
and other dynamic and very interesting coursework that prepare students for bachelor's degree completion at any one of Tennessee's state colleges and universities

Practical Experience

Through participation in the Political Science program, students will enjoy being engaged in activities like:

organizing, preparing and delivering speeches
the study of the complexities of our constitutional principles
an examination of the policies, structure and function of our local government with special emphasis on the State of Tennessee

Career Opportunities

police officer
legal assistant / paralegal
business intelligence officer
lawyer

Earnings Potential

Salary Data*	Median Annual Salary
Police Officer	$47,085
Paralegal I	$44,613
Lawyer	$83,485
Business Intelligence Officer	$105,428

*Data taken from www.salary.com for positions in the Nashville, TN area as of April, 2011. This salary data is offered for informational purposes only and Motlow State Community College nor its faculty or staff make promises or representations otherwise. Further education and/or certifications may be required to qualify for some positions.