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Do you want to know more about political behaviour, understand the practice of public relations or begin your career in politics? If this sounds appealing, you may be the perfect person to take our political science course and enhance your current knowledge. Before you know it, you could be well on the way to becoming a successful political scientist.
Explore our course breakdown below or enrol now to get started.
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Course Outline
When you enrol on our political science courses online, you will complete the following units of study:
1 Introduction to Political Science Political science (also political studies) – the study of political behaviour and an examination of the acquisition and application of power.
2 Political Science Political philosophy – the study of fundamental questions about the state, government, politics, liberty, justice, property, rights, law and the enforcement of a legal code by authority.
3 Theories of Political Behaviour An aspect of political science, attempt to quantify and explain the influences that define a person’s political views, ideology, and levels of political participation.
4 Ideology Politics and ideology – an organized collection of ideas
5 International Law - public international law, which involves, for instance, the United Nations, maritime law, international criminal law and the Geneva conventions.
- private international law or conflict of laws, which addresses the question of which legal jurisdiction cases may be heard in
- supranational law or the law of supranational organizations, which concerns at present regional agreements where the special distinguishing quality is that laws of nation states are held inapplicable when conflicting with a supranational legal system.
6 Political Systems A political system is a system of politics and government. It is usually compared to the law system, economic system, cultural system, and other social systems. It is different from them, and can be generally defined on a spectrum from left, i.e. communism, anarchism and socialism to the right, i.e. fascism and conservatism.
7 Separation of Powers A model for the governance of democratic states. Under this model, the state is divided into branches, and each branch of the state has separate and independent powers and areas of responsibility. The normal division of branches is into the Executive, the Legislative, and the Judicial.
7 Political Party A political party is a political organization that seeks to attain political power within a government.
8 Politics - Political parties
- The role of parties in politics
- Political parties today
- The History of political parties
- The legislative branch
- The executive branch
9 Political Campaign An organized effort which to influence the decision-making process within a specific group. In democracies, political campaigns often refer to electoral campaigns, wherein representatives are chosen or referenda are decided. Political campaigns also include organized efforts to alter policy within any institution.
10 Elections An election is a decision-making process where people choose people to hold official offices. This is the usual mechanism by which a democracy fills offices in the legislature, sometimes in the executive and judiciary, and for regional and local government.
11 Voting A method of decision making wherein a group such as a meeting or an electorate attempts to gauge its opinion—usually as a final step following discussions or debates.
12 Public Administration and Bureaucracy Public Administration can be broadly described as the development, implementation and study of government policy. Public Administration is linked to pursuing the public good by enhancing civil society and social justice.
13 Public Relations The practice of managing and manipulating the flow of information between an organization and its public. Use of PR tactics are widespread amongst corporations marketing products and services, corporations attempting to influence legislators and politicians, nonprofit organisation seeking to raise funds and political parties campaigning for election and reflection.
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How Will You Benefit?
There are many benefits associated with studying our political science courses online. For example, you will:
- Fast track your career in politics and the public service
- Study an industry-recognised course that has been designed in conjunction with political science experts
- Spend more time learning and less time travelling to classes
- Study when you like, fitting it in around your current schedule
- Have access to a personal tutor who can help you out when you need it and answer any questions you might have
- Be able to make interest-free payment plans or pay upfront to get a special 10% discount off the total course fee
Enrol on our online political science courses today to start your new journey!
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Career Prospects
Being a political scientist could open up a career that allows you to advocate for issues you believe in and help people in your local area, across the country or even around the world. It’s an exciting role that is also an important one, and the job comes with plenty of benefits too. Not only can it give you the opportunity to travel, but it may open up collaborations that allow you to work with the most powerful people in your country.Our political science course will help you to launch your own career in politics and public affairs, while the course authors will share their personal insider experience, advice and knowledge to ensure you have all the information you need upon starting out.
Opportunities as a political scientist
Your career prospects on finishing this course will likely stretch further than simply becoming a politician. While this is, of course, an option, training in political science could also provide you with a wider range of exciting and rewarding career opportunities. This could include:
- Working in parts of government, from legislative and judicial branches to state or national levels
- Assisting medium or large businesses with lobbying, technology, law and justice, communications and more
- Assisting not-for-profit and community organisations with their political efforts and campaigns.
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Course Levels Explained
Diploma
Our political science course leads to the awarding of a Diploma. Such a qualification recognises the graduate’s capacity for initiative and judgement across a broad range of technical and management functions. Diploma holders typically have personal responsibility and autonomy (semi-independence) in performing technical operations or organizing others in the workplace.
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Prerequisites
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into our political science course.
So what are you waiting for? If you want to dive into a political career, enrol on our online learning programme today to get started.
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Course Length
Our political science course is usually completed by students within 24 weeks.
This isn’t set in stone, however, as ICI courses allow you to study in your own time and at your own pace, without the additional stress of assignment deadlines. You can, therefore, choose the period in which you will complete your studies.
Should you wish to fast-track your learning, you could complete the course within a few months, but you can also spend up to three years undertaking the programme.
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Study Mode: Online Learning
Every aspect of our political science course can be carried out online via distance learning (sometimes referred to as correspondence learning). This type of learning allows you to work around your personal commitments and lets you study in your own time. Remote learning means you don’t have to spend time or money travelling to a class, so you may find this type of online course much more flexible and suited to your needs.
The course has been designed so that it is useful, interesting and engaging, without forcing you to endure pop quizzes or adhere to strict deadlines.
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Recognition & Accreditation
This course is recognised and accredited by the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC).Our courses are unique and don’t simply teach you the theory behind the industry – they are written and tutored by industry professionals and will fast-track you into a new career of your choice.
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Already in the Profession or Industry?
Perhaps you already work in the political industry. If this is the case, our political science course is for you. It could help you to update your existing knowledge, revise your industry skills and contribute towards your personal and professional development. It may even make you stand out from other applicants should you want to look for a new career opportunity or it may help you to gain a promotion in your current place of employment.
If the political science course is sufficiently connected to your work activities, you may be able to claim the course fees as a tax reduction.
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What Do I Get?
All the materials you need to complete our online political science course are included in the course fee. Once you enrol, you will receive:
- All required study materials and course notes
- Assignment projects with constructive tutor feedback
- A tutor who will answer all your course and career questions and provide guidance
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive:
- A graduation certificate officially recognising your successful completion of studies and qualifications as a political scientist
- Transcripts indicating the units completed
- A letter of recommendation and validation for current and future employers
- Post-nominal letters placed after your name which indicate that you hold the relevant qualification (for example: John Smith, DipPS)
- Job search assistance: discover more about our Graduate Career Services Programme
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Cut Off Date
Friday, 6th December 2024 is the next enrolment cut off date. Places are limited, in demand and entry into the course is on a first come first served basis.
Your enrolment is processed and acknowledged within 24 hours of the Institute receiving your application. You can expect to receive your course within days of enrolling. When you start your ICI course it’s at your own pace and you determine when you finish.
Don’t miss out. Enrol today!
