Political Science (BA) - Online
Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Location: Online
Program Mission: The Political Science program will focus on American political institutions and practices as it seeks to prepare students for a career in the political science arena, for public service, or for graduate studies. Students will learn to live out a biblical worldview and demonstrate the love of Christ within the areas of public policy and public service.
Program Overview
The Arts & Sciences Department designed the Political Science program to train LBC students to serve Christ in both Church and society by assisting them in forming a biblical worldview of the Christian’s relationship to the state, examining the Bible’s demands for civic service, and providing opportunities to affect social change through chosen professions. The coursework draws on the liberal arts tradition, providing students with a strong foundation in history, government, and economics, setting the stage for successful graduate studies, if desired. Courses, internships, student work, and instructor interaction will feature numerous opportunities for students to develop and refine their professional skills, ensuring their success upon graduation.
Program Outcomes
As a result of this program, the student will do the following:
1. Integrate their biblical worldview into the political science arena.
2. Evaluate how components of the political science arena – government, public policy, and political theory and process – can advance freedoms and serve the common good.
3. Utilize critical thinking to inform and communicate professional judgments.
4. Synthesize practical experience with the Political Science program curriculum.
5. Apply ethical principles of political science to guide professional practice in pursuit of meaningful involvement and servant leadership in civic service.
Political Science BA Curriculum Scope
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Bible & Theology Core
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30 credits
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Arts & Sciences Core
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37 credits
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Political Science Core
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47 credits
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Electives
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6 credits
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Program Total
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120 credits
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Electives (6 credits)
Biblical Studies (30 Credits)
| BIB 103 | Creation & Covenants: OT I | 3 |
| BIB 104 | Israel's Life & Literature: OT II | 3 |
| BIB 106 | Interpreting the Bible | 3 |
| BIB 203 | Life of Christ: NT I | 3 |
| BIB 204 | Early Church: NT II | 3 |
| THE 105 | Prelude to Biblical & Theological Studies | 3 |
| THE 223 | Christian Narrative I: Creation & Fall | 3 |
| THE 224 | Christian Narrative II: Redemption | 3 |
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| Bible/Theology Elective 3 credits | 3 |
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| Bible/Theology Elective 3 credits | 3 |
General Education (37 Credits)
| HIS 210 | Origins & Legacies of 1960s | 3 |
| HUM 101 | Human Thought and the Humanities | 3 |
| HUM 102 | Human Thought in Math and Science | 3 |
| HUM 212 | Media: Conveyor of Cultural Ideas | 3 |
| LAN 101 | Academic Writing, Research, and Rhetoric | 3 |
| LAN 342 | Writing on Social Issues | 3 |
| LIT 202 | World Literature | 3 |
| MAT 216 | Statistics for the Social Sciences | 3 |
| SCI 171 | Scientific Disciplines | 3 |
| SCI 171L | Scientific Disciplines Lab | 1 |
| SOC 203 | Principles of Sociology | 3 |
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| Arts and Sciences Elective 3 credits | 3 |
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| Arts and Sciences Elective 3 credits | 3 |
Political Science (47 Credits)
| POL 100 | Introduction to Political Science | 3 |
| POL 201 | American Constitution: God & State | 3 |
| POL 202 | Intro. to American Government | 3 |
| POL 211 | Christianity & American Politics | 3 |
| POL 250 | Law & Public Policy | 3 |
| POL 260 | Principles of American Free Market Economics | 3 |
| POL 270 | Professional Development for Public Policy Professionals | 3 |
| POL 305 | POL 305 | 3 |
| POL 315 | Ethical Issues in Public Policy | 3 |
| POL 325 | POL 325 | 3 |
| POL 330 | POL 330 | 3 |
| POL 335 | POL 335 Campaigns & Elections | 3 |
| POL 340 | POL 340 | 3 |
| POL 350 | Public Policy Internship | 2 |
| POL 415 | Soul Care for the Public Policy Professional | 3 |
| POL 490 | Independent Study | 3 |
Program Director
Jim Cox, Juris Doctor
Jim Cox is an Assistant Professor at Lancaster Bible College. Prior to this, he served as State Representative for the129th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives for 16 years.
He attended Pensacola Christian College in Florida and earned his law degree at Regent University School of Law in Virginia, where he served on the law review staff and board.
Jim and his wife, Kelly, are blessed with five children. .
Education:
JD, Regent University School of Law (1996)
BA in Prelaw, Pensacola Christian College (1991)