Political Science A Department of the Division of Social Sciences
The study of political science enables students to understand how political systems are organized and operate on the local, state, national, and international levels. Majors in political science are prepared for graduate studies as well as a wide variety of professional options including government service, law, business, teaching, research, and international relations.
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Major and Minor Requirements
Major requirements Minor requirements
Internships
- U.S. Senators and Representatives
- Florida State Senators and Representatives
- City of Jacksonville
- Equality Florida
- Jacksonville Teen Court
- JEA
- NextGen America
- Vote Smart
- Law Offices
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Political Campaigns
Faculty
Dr. Austin Trantham
Department Coordinator & Assistant Professor of Political Science
- Email address atranth@ju.edu
- Telephone number (904) 256-7219
- Directory entry About Dr. Austin Trantham
Dr. Michael Pomante
Assistant Professor of Political Science
- Email address mpomant@ju.edu
- Telephone number (904) 256-7221
- Directory entry About Dr. Michael Pomante