College of Arts and Sciences - Department of Political Science

As an undergraduate, earning a **[Bachelor's Degree in Political Science](https://www.memphis.edu/polisci/undergraduate/index.php)** can provide you with the intellectual tools necessary to understand various topics within the political arena, preparing you for a career in business, government, law, or a variety of other jobs that require an understanding of the political world. Our new [**Pre-Law concentration**](https://catalog.memphis.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=34&poid=14947&returnto=2099) gives you an in-depth understanding of the connections between law and politics. For those already with an undergraduate degree, our **[M.A. program](https://www.memphis.edu/polisci/graduate/index.php)** offers a more-advanced educational experience, providing students with the skills to be either professional political scientists or to seek career paths that place a premium on research skills. Our website contains information about our programs, our [faculty](https://www.memphis.edu/polisci/people/index.php), our alumni, and some of the opportunities offered by a specialization in Political Science. If you need more information, or want to schedule an appointment to meet with someone about beginning studies in political science, please feel free to contact us by e-mail or by phone at 901.678.2395.