BA Political Science Security Studies Degree
Focuses on national security, global conflict, intelligence gathering, defense policy, and risk assessment.
Political Science requires strong critical thinking skills — to succeed in this important field of study, you have to be able to recognize and appreciate different perspectives on the controversial issues of our time. If you’re interested in serving others, engaging in thoughtful discussion, and even changing the course of history, political science might be right for you. You’ll graduate with a flexible set of skills in research, analysis, and communication that will kickstart a career you love.
Students in the Security Studies Concentration will be able to select from additional courses in a range of specialization electives within criminal justice, psychology, and social studies.
Admissions Office
Office: AD-101 Suite
Phone: 207-859-1101
Email: [email protected]
Prepare for a Career In:
- Public Policy
- Law and Legal Studies
- Government
- National Intelligence
- Campaign Management
At a Glance:
- 121 credit hours
- 3 year option
- Career-focused curriculum
- Internships
- Leadership development
Key Courses:
- American Foreign Policy
- Current World Problems
- International Relations
- Terrorism: A New World Disorder
- Homeland Security
Professors:
John Majewski, Ph.D.
Professor of Political Science & Chair, School of Arts & Sciences
Professor of Political Science & Chair, School of Arts & Sciences
Mark Marsolais, Ph.D.
Professor of Criminal Justice & Security
Professor of Criminal Justice & Security
Judith Hansen-Childers, MBA, MS, CAS
Associate Professor of Humanities
Associate Professor of Humanities
