Degree Pathway
Patriot Institute is pleased to offer in partnership with SEU the first full year of a Bachelor of Applied Political Science (B.A.P.S.). Designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and character to lead effectively in public life. This 90 hours credit program blends classical Christian political theory with modern campaign science, leadership development, and communication strategy, preparing graduates to engage the political process as thoughtful citizens, persuasive communicators, and ethical operatives.
Students will explore the ideas that shaped the American experiment, the systems that govern it, and the practical tools that drive influence today. Through rigorous coursework and experiential learning, graduates will leave ready to serve in government, advocacy, and campaign roles that require both principled conviction and operational excellence.
Students who pursue a B.A.P.S. degree will be able to complete their first year through completion of the Patriot Institute.
Education
Curriculum
Worldview
Examine how competing worldviews shape cultural and political conflict. Learn to analyze the philosophical roots of contemporary debates and communicate truth in a divided world.
Constitution
Explore the origins and enduring principles of the U.S. Constitution, comparing America’s founding ideas with other political systems and understanding how they inform today’s governance.
Servant Leadership
Discover how to inspire and mobilize others by serving their growth and success. This course equips students with the mindset and skills of leaders who elevate people above politics.
Mass Communication and Movements
Learn how media and storytelling drive social and political change. Students will study historical movements and modern messaging to master the art of shaping public opinion ethically and effectively.
The Legislative Process
Gain a practical understanding of how laws are written, negotiated, and passed. Students will explore how real-world power dynamics intersect with constitutional design.
Campaign School
Get trained to plan and manage political campaigns from the ground up. Learn to balance fundraising, messaging, voter outreach, and data strategy while maintaining moral and professional integrity.
Campaign Nucleus
Master the industry’s most advanced campaign management platform. Students who choose theCampaign Nucleus concentration will graduate as authorized users and vendors of the world’s best campaign technology to help them in the campaign management careers.
Opportunity
Graduates of the Applied Political Science program are prepared for impactful roles such as:
Degree Pathway
Worldviews and belief systems that shape politics and culture.
Civics
Constitutional principles applied to policy and governing structures.
Leadership
Service, influence, and collaboration rather than control.
Communication
Strategic media, persuasion, and movement-building.
Government
The legislative process with civic and practical influence.
Campaigns
Modern campaign management, data tools, and ethical execution.
