Welcome to the Department of Political Science

Faculty Office Hours - Fall 2018

The Department of Political Science and International Relations at MTSU offers undergradauate degrees (Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science) in Political Science with a General Focus or with a concentrations in Pre-Law, Public Policy and Management, or Teaching Licensure; in International Relations; and a Master of Arts (M.A.) in International Affairs. Minors are offered in Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy and Management, and Political and Civic Engagement. The Department also coordinates interdisciplinary minors in Urban Studies, Russian Studies, and African Studies. We also offer an Accelerated Bachelor to Masters Program (ABM) combining a BA/BS in International Relations and a M.A in International Affairs. .

Programs in Political Science prepare students for a wide range of careers in government, law, public service, public affairs, international affairs, non-governmental organizations, and education.The programs also help prepare students for more advanced degrees in the area. The faculty of the Department of Political Science is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship and service, and providing you an excellent undergraduate education that combines the traditional classroom experience with applied and practical training, and experience through fieldwork, internships, and active student organizations. Click on faculty to explore the experience and expertise of our faculty. If you have any questions concerning our programs, please do not hesitate to contact me or the Executive Aide, Pam Davis.

for information on our academic programs click at left on ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
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-- Michael Federici, Chair

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PS & IR Student Services Portal

Information on: Academic Help, Career and Jobs, Internship Opportunities, Study Abroad, Research Opportunities, Law Schools, Grad Schools, Getting Involved in the Community, Getting Involved on Campus.
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Virtual Mentoring Program

Get advice from those who have come through the program before you!
They have all sat where you sit now..and survived. They have all VOLUNTEERED to serve as virtual mentors to our current students and would be more than happy to hear from you and offer professional or even personal advice.

Check out... College Game Project | The Political Science Major - Tips | Brief History of the Department