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Bachelor of Science in Political Science Montana State University - Billings Montana State University - Billings, USA

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USD 23103

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 35

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48 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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68

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Political Science is the study of politics, government, and public affairs. It provides the student with knowledge and understanding of the theory, organization, functions, and processes of domestic and international systems and institutions of politics and government, including the role of individual and group relations.

Objectives
Courses offered are oriented toward:

  • Preparing the student for citizenship roles in community and national affairs and providing a coherent knowledge of political and government activities.
  • Assisting the student to secure a broad liberal arts and sciences education.
  • Providing undergraduate preparation for those students who propose to study at the graduate level.
  • Offering general training for students who plan careers in government and public affairs.
  • Preparing students for careers in secondary teaching.
  • Providing a sound background for those students who intend to enroll in law and other professional schools.
  • Providing a useful background for students who wish to work in management and staff positions in business and industry which have relationships with the public sector, including political journalism.

Skill Development
Political science graduates will:

  • Comprehend and utilize qualitative and quantitative methods used in the social sciences and the law to answer questions and investigate social and political problems.
  • Have highly developed critical thinking skills which enables them to understand and evaluate rival theories, interpretations, and arguments.
  • Be able to communicate effectively using verbal and written communication skills that are well-organized arguments supported by evidence.
  • Be able to plan, organize, and conduct political, social science, legal and public affairs research in a highly professional manner that uses a complex array of resources to support their argument.
  • Be able to manage organizations, programs, and personnel in an effective, efficient, and ethical manner.
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Additional Information

Program Level 4-Year Bachelor's Degree

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Jan 2024, Jan 2025, Sep 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School.

    6 IELTS Score
    68 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    100 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    23103

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 35

    Application Fee
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    11000 Per year

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    • Explore Montana Scholarship (automatically applied and renewable for eligible students - undergraduates only)
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