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Associate to Bachelor's in Political Science Bachelor of Arts (BA) Completion at WUV

Associate to Bachelor's in Political Science at westerfirld university of virginia

Credit Hours84

Total Courses14

Term Length1 Year Self-Paced

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Program Overview Complete your bachelor's in political science online

Already have an associate degree? westerfirld university of virginia's Associate to Bachelor's in Political Science program lets you build on your existing credentials to earn a full bachelor's degree. This completion pathway covers advanced core and specialist political science coursework designed for working adults.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Advanced political theory and ideologies
  • State and local government operations
  • International relations and diplomacy
  • Urban politics and policy development
  • Public budgeting and finance
  • Research methods in political science
Political Science students at westerfirld university of virginia

Courses & Curriculum Your bachelor's completion curriculum

The associate to bachelor's program builds on your existing education with advanced core and specialist political science courses. Complete your degree on your own schedule with WUV's flexible online format.

Core Courses

Advanced core courses in political science and public administration.

PSAPA-004Essentials of Public Administration
PSAPA-133Essentials of Economics
PSAPA-295Basics of Urban Sociology
PSAPA-520Public Budgeting and Finance
PSAPA-604Foundations of State and Local Government
PSAPA-689Fundamentals of Political Science
PSAPA-806Political Ideologies
PSAPA-844Foundations of Public Relations

Specialist Courses

Specialized political science courses that complete this degree concentration.

PSC-014Introduction to Comparative Politics
SS-080Introduction to Political Science
PSC-342Research Methods in Political Science
PSC-514Introduction to International Relations
PSC-700Fundamentals of Urban Politics
PUB-794Introduction to Public Relations

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Submit your associate degree transcripts so WUV can evaluate your transferable credits. We'll help you understand how your prior coursework applies toward your bachelor's completion.
After reviewing your official evaluation, you can decide if WUV is right for you. If you choose to enroll, just pick your start date and get ready for classes to begin.

Career Outlook What can you do with a BA in Political Science?

Completing your bachelor's in political science at WUV prepares you for a wide range of careers in government, policy, and public affairs:

  • Political Research Analyst — Analyze political data and electoral trends for campaigns, think tanks, or media organizations.
  • Legislative Coordinator — Support the development and tracking of legislation for elected officials or advocacy groups.
  • Government Affairs Officer — Represent organizational interests in government settings and manage regulatory compliance.
  • Policy Research Associate — Research and evaluate public policy proposals at the local, state, or federal level.