International Relations and Political Science B.Sc.

About

BSc Political Science at Philomath University equips you with skills and capacity to tackle the different challenges you will come across in the ever- changing public policy and Advocacy world.

Political science is the study of politics and power from domestic, international, and comparative perspectives. It entails understanding political ideas, ideologies, institutions, policies, processes, and behavior, as well as groups, classes, government, diplomacy, law, strategy, and war. The world of politics and governance now requires data – the new oil. Issues are now the central matter in the world of politics. Students will therefore be exposed to the world of politics and governance trajectories.

Politics leads citizens for economic prosperity and better livelihood, therefore, with good political scientists that are expert in the art of governance, our nation will be better for it. The department is well equipped to ensure that students get the best tools to compete in the art and science of politics and governance.

Head of Department

You are welcome to the Department of Political Science, I am pleased to receive you to this great citadel of Learning at Philomath University.

Department of Political Science is accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). We have experienced faculty members. The Department equips you with skills and capacity to tackle the different challenges you will come across in the ever-changing public policy and Advocacy world. Political Science remain pivotal in our national lives and will continue to shape progress in the polity. As Political Scientists, we shape the narratives for good governance in our country.

Students will sure learn the theories and policies that shape good governance by applying classical political thoughts processes with modern ideas to formulate policies that will propel our democracy to maturity. The nation and its political institutions like the electoral body relies heavily on political scientists to provide needed direction that will help our democratic imperatives to gain dividend for the citizenry. Please come on board now.

Requirements

3.1 O’ Level:

Five Credits at SSCE in English, Mathematics, Government, and any other two relevant subjects

Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination:

English, Government/History, Economics and any other art or social science subject. 3.3 Direct Entry: Two ‘A’ Level passes chosen from Government, and History,

Duration

4 Years uninterrupted

Fee per year

N1,980,000.00

Accomodation

Type Of Room	Number Of bed Spaces	Rent per annum
Room of 6	6	₦950,000.00
Room of 4	4	₦1,000,000.00
Room of 2	2	₦1,900,000.00
Executive Room (One Person)	1	₦3,900,000.00

Why to apply?

Philomath University is a world class private institution committed to life-changing Education and Knowledge Dissemination, Teaching and Learning Excellence, Research and Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship and Business Advancement, Service to our Communities, the Nation and the world at large. Our services are delivered in a participatory action-based professional modules with cutting edge mode of delivery in an atmosphere of harmony, understanding and knowledge sharing culture of distinction. At Philomath, we believe that efforts don’t count but results do, as such, results-based learning are entrenched in our course contents and curriculum in an environment that is conducive enough, in that from day one, you feel the impact of our training of the mind and intellect for a profitable now and the future.

You can become

Political Scientist, Research expert, Policy analyst, Public Administrator, Consultant, Service Provider, Advisor, Political Economist, Writer/Publisher, Journalist, Organiser, Coach/Mentor, Advocate, Educator and Public Affairs Specialist, Political Adviser, Good Governance Advocate, Political Philosopher, Commentator and Discussant, etc

Application and first year guarantee

All first year students who accept Philomath as their firm choice are guaranteed a place in accommodation on the main campus provided they’re eligible and complete their application by the deadline.

All inclusive rent

Your rent will include utility bills, basic contents insurance, maintenance, communal cleaning and a contribution towards your halls activity fund. Your accommodation fees are paid on a semester basis, so it’s easy to keep track of what needs to be paid and when.

Safe and secure

All halls have CCTV. We also have 24-hour manned security officer for oncampus accommodation and mobile patrols. All student accommodation offered by Philomath has robust fire safety measures in place. All of our halls are signed up to recognised accommodation code of practice, guaranteeing your right to safe, good quality accommodation.

Flexible Adjustments

We also offer accessible accommodation and can make adjustments to our offer if you have additional well-being needs.