Department of History & Political Science

The mission of the Department of History & Political Science is to be an organization of faculty and staff who are committed to excellence and integrity and whose collective goal is service to others through positive contributions that enrich and impact our region in general and our students in particular.

We mentor students pursuing studies in history and political science and related fields, preparing students to meet the growing demand for research, analytical, and critical thinking skills in Central Georgia and beyond. These skills are applicable in nearly every field of professional endeavor. Our majors find careers in education, electronic and print media, politics, government service, non-profit organizations, and lobbying, among other areas.

The department actively supports research on the part of both faculty and students, as a means of promoting deeper understanding and open intellectual discourse. Our faculty are engaged in outreach activities designed to increase historical and political awareness both within MGA and in the broader community. We also support the general education mission of the university by teaching introductory courses in history and political science in the core curriculum.

Our department offers the following degree programs:

• Bachelor of Arts in History, with concentrations in:
  
  • Public History
  • Documentary Film Making
  • Generalist History
  • Secondary Education
• Bachelor of Science in Political Science, with forthcoming concentrations in:
  • Generalist Political Science
  • Applied Politics
  • Government and Non-Profit Management
  • Political Communication
  • Pre-Law

We also offer minors and certificates in:

• African and African Diaspora Studies
• Environmental Policy Studies
• European Union Studies
• Global Studies
• History
• Local Government Administration
• Political Science
• Pre-Law

In addition to our undergraduate offerings, the Department of History & Political Science collaborates with the School of Education and Behavioral Sciences to offer the Doctor of Science in Public Safety program.

We invite all students to stop by the department office and learn more!

Admissions can help you with the application process.

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