Political Science
Political science is a social science discipline that uses standard research methods to analyze politics and government at the local, state, national, and international levels.
Madison College political science courses support the Liberal Arts Transfer Program, Pre-Major Programs, and Professional Programs.
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Courses
Political Science Courses
Check out the full Course Catalog or follow the individual links below.
- Introduction to American Government (3crd)
- Law and Society (3crd)
- American National Government (3crd)
- State and Local Government (3crd)
- International Relations (3crd)
- Political Theory (3crd)
- Public Policy (3crd)
Qualified students who enroll in the Madison College Honors Program have the opportunity to work one-on-one with a faculty member to research and develop an Honors Project in a particular discipline. By completing an Honors Project, you will receive general elective credits that may count toward your degree or certificate.
Transfer & CareersFaculty
Full-Time Faculty
Maurice Sheppard (Department Chair)
Office: C3448, Truax
Phone: (608) 246-6788
Email: MCSheppard@madisoncollege.eduPart-Time Faculty
Jennifer Kammerud
Email: Kammerud@madisoncollege.eduAdrienne Roach (Honors Program Representative)
Email: ANRoach@madisoncollege.eduCertificates & ResourcesTransfer & Careers
Transfer Information
Liberal Arts Transfer students seeking a Political Science major or minor may consider the following four-year institutions. Contact the specific institution for additional transfer and program information.
Career Potential
Political Science majors and minors have careers in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; pre-collegiate education; electoral politics; research and university and higher education.
Certificates & Resources
American Politics and Government Certificate
Coming Soon!
The American Politics and Government (APG) Certificate confirms completion of core American politics and government courses that prepare students for academic success and professional achievement. This certificate can be achieved in a single semester as there are no sequencing requirements or prerequisites.
Transfer Information
Students seeking a Political Science major or minor should consider these institutions.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Highly ranked Political Science program.University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Online Major in Political Science.Edgewood College
Small classes and personal attention.Careers Opportunities
Political Science majors and minors have careers in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; pre-collegiate education; electoral politics; research and university and higher education.