Bachelor of Arts in Political Science

Students in Lesley’s Political Science undergraduate major will develop analytic skills that are vital to successful careers and responsible citizenship through the in-depth exploration of the many forces shaping the political world around us.

Lesley's B.A. in Political Science major focuses on individuals, groups, institutions, and power in the domestic and international spheres. We offer courses in Comparative Politics, Political Theory, International Relations, Public Policy and Political Behavior. Students will emerge with an understanding of governmental structures and processes, as well as the analytical skills to evaluate policies and model political behavior. Graduates will be ready to improve lives through teaching, writing, or active political engagement in a variety of venues.

Featured Course

CPOLS 1101 Introduction to Political Science

This course is a survey of politics through the lens of analysis, i.e., the science of politics. The first half of the course focuses on developing conceptual tools necessary for political analysis. The second half concentrates on using these tools to analyze politics and political issues in the U.S., in other countries and in the international realm.