The Non-degree in Political Science Pathway at University of North Georgia is a 1 year long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
University of North Georgia is a public university in Dahlonega, Georgia, United States. It was founded in 1873 as the North Georgia Agricultural College, and was renamed to its current name in 1970. The university has 5 colleges and offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a member of the University System of Georgia.
Non-degree in Political Science Pathway at University of North Georgia
If you are interested in how the government works and think you want to dedicate your career toward the development and function of governments, getting an associate's degree in political science would be a great first step. The degree provides students with a basic introduction to the field of political science. After completing this degree you may wish to go on to our bachelor degree programs in which you would go into greater depth on the subject. Show less
Area D: Math 1401 suggested for students intending to continue into a Bachelor Degree program in Political Science or International Affairs
Area E: No exceptions
Area F: Pathway Courses Related to Political Science - 18 hours No grade below “C” will be acceptable in any Political Science or International Affairs course
Required: POLS 1101 - American Government POLS 2101 - Introduction to Political Science POLS 2401 - Global Issues Choose one from the following: BUSA 2810 - Legal Environment of Business CRJU 1100 - Introduction to Criminal Justice ECON 2105 - Principles of Macroeconomics JOUR 1010 - News Writing and Reporting Choose one from the following: COMM 1110 - Public Speaking GNST 2140 - Introduction to Gender Studies PHIL 2200 - Ethics from a Global Perspective POLS 2301 - Introduction to Comparative Politics POLS 2601 - Introduction to Social Science Research Methods Choose one from the following: HIST 2xxx PHIL 2500 - Logic POLS 2315 - Introduction to Western Political Thought SOCI 1xxx Other Requirements US and Georgia History Requirements US and Georgia Constitution Requirements Regents’ Skills Program Requirements
The University of North Georgia (UNG) is a prominent public university located in the state of Georgia, USA. UNG has a rich history of providing high-quality education and fostering leadership and service. The university offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across various disciplines, including the arts, sciences, business, education, and more. With a strong commitment to academic excellence, leadership development, and community engagement, UNG provides students with a transformative educational experience. The university's dedicated faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and a beautiful campus setting create an environment conducive to intellectual growth, personal development, and the preparation of graduates to excel in their chosen fields and contribute positively to society.
🏠 Accommodation
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
How to book:
Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
You are not eligible to apply to this program because:
The minimum age is 18.
English fluency is required. You need to be either: - A native English speaker - Studied a degree in English before - Can demonstrate a high level of English - Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.
Minimum education level: High School.
The program is competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average A, 70%, or a high GPA.
All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Passport
Graduation certificate
Passport size photo
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.