Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Legal Studies - Political Science] From Mercy College New York

You’ll develop analytical, writing and oral advocacy skills and will be introduced to the skills necessary to resolve conflict such as: mediation, negotiation and arbitration.

By the end of this program, students should be able to: 

• Identify and explain both federal and state governments and their respective court systems
• Conduct research which effectively integrates primary source material
• Critically analyze and interpret the law; evaluate the legal arguments
• Apply ethical concepts to legal and political situations
• Demonstrate analytical writing, oral communication and advocacy skills