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Political Science M.Ed.: Non-Thesis Program

Purpose of degree:

The Master of Education in Political Science allows students who are presently teaching to obtain further credentials in their field to become master teachers.

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Students will demonstrate an in-depth of knowledge of the schools of thought, theories, models, and issues within the political science discipline.
  • Students will demonstrate an understanding of both quantitative and qualitative research designs, methods, and techniques.
  • Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills in understanding and evaluating theories, ideas, and issues across the four subfields of political science: American Government and Public Administration, Political Theory, Comparative Government, and International Relations.
  • Students will demonstrate professional and academic ethics.
  • Students will demonstrate an ability to work in a diverse, multicultural environment.
  • Students will demonstrate an ability to communicate political science theories, ideas, and issues effectively on a public school age appropriate level.
  • Students will be prepared to assume increased responsibilities within their school or school district.

Program of Study

34 credits

Required Courses (4 credits)

POLS 570Introduction to Research: Scope and Method

3 credits
POLS 571Independent Research

1 credits

Political Science Courses (12-18 credits)

Students are to select at least one course from each group:

  • Group A - American Politics and Public Administration
  • Group B - International Relations
  • Group C - Comparative Government and Regional Studies
  • Group D - Political Theory

Related Elective Courses (3-9 credits)

Students are to select courses in related fields.

General and Professional Education Courses (3-9 credits)

Students are to select electives from general or professional education courses.

Final graduation requirement

Successfully complete the research methods course, satisfactorily pass a comprehensive exam and complete an acceptable Independent Research Project.

Admissions requirements and deadlines

The department follows the requirements of the Graduate College for admission.

Graduate Assistantships:

Graduate assistantships are available through the department. These are awarded based upon merit and achievement to full-time students in the graduate program. Graduate assistants do not teach classes, but complete projects and tasks assigned by professors.

The graduate assistantship is awarded for the first year of full-time study, with the possibility of extension through the first summer. Prospective students should apply for a graduate assistantship at the time of original application to the program, using the application form provided by the Graduate School or apply online.