Department
Political Science
Introduction to Political Science
Department Of Political Science
The department of Political Science Plateau State University was created as one of the pioneer departments of the University in 2010/2011 academic session. At its inception, it was under the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences. However, in 2013/2014 academic session, the department falls under the Faculty of Social Sciences. Following the attainment of full accreditation in 2017/2018 academic session, the department thought it necessary to propose the offering of the following Post-graduate Programmes which was graciously approved by the National University Commission (NUC):
ADMISSION OPTIONS
100 Level Admissions | Direct Entry Admissions
Head of Department
Dr Ishaku Bitrus Lere
Head of Political Science
Lecturers
Prof. Shut Thoms Tanko | Public Policy |
Mrs.Victora Jatau Satu | Political science |
Dr. Monday Zitta Hassan | International Relations and Strategic Studies |
Dr. Ishaku Bitrus Lere | Political Economy and Development Studies |
Dr. Rahila Timothy Dantong | Political Economy and Development Studies |
Dr Rose Manko Rindap | International Relations and Strategic Studies |
Mr. Kim Luka Dung | International Relations and Strategic Studies |
Mr. Dawam Samuel Naansuam | International Relations and Strategic Studies |
Mr. Vrenzzak James Dawap | Political Economy and Development Studies |
Mr. Badung Jonathan Nash | Political Economy and Development Studies |
Mr. Paul Andrew | International Relations and Strategic Studies |
Mrs, Isa Nafisa Abdulahi | Political Economy and Development Studies |
Mr. Ajang Arin Solomon | International Relations and Strategic Studies |
Mr. Bako Friday Panden | Public Policy |
Mr. Izang Markus Arum | Political Economy and Development Studies |
Mrs. Yop Helen Pam | International Relations and Strategic Studies |
Curriculum
Entry Requirements - 100 Level
All applicants for admission into the four-year degree programme should possess the Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE, NECO) or their equivalent with credits in five subjects including English Language, History or Government and Mathematics. Applicant must obtain an acceptable pass in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Entry Requirements - Direct entry
Direct entry applicants for the three-year programme in political Science should possess five credit pass in GCE, SSCE, NECO or its equivalent, at least two of which shall be at the Advanced level, provided that subjects are not counted at both levels of the examination. Credit pass at the ordinary level must include English and Mathematics or a credit in IJMB use of English and in IJMB mathematics.
CAREER PATH FOR POLITICAL SCIENCE
Political Science graduates can pursue diverse careers, which include but not limited to:
- Policy Analyst
- Diplomatic Officer or Foreign Service Officer
- Legislative Aide or Political Advisor
- Public Relations Officer
- Government Administrator or Civil Servant
- Political Researcher or Consultant
- NGO Program Officer or Advocacy Specialist