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Are you ready to make a change in your life? At the University of West Georgia, we're prepared to help you do just that - change your life. We are committed to helping Adult Learners finish their degree and explore their unlimited potential. Make the choice today to polish your skills, expand your horizons and strengthen your story. Do it all by Going West.

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Political Science

Political Science concerns itself with political and social issues within the United States and other countries; formation of policies to solve local, state and national problems; the role of international organizations; and the place of the United States and other countries in global politics. 

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Sociology

Students studying Sociology learn about the very fabric of social relations through courses in inequality, aging, gender, deviance, globalization, social psychology, race and ethnicity, the environment, the media and more. 

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Psychology

The Psychology program's theoretical roots are in humanistic, transpersonal, and critical psychology creating a dynamic atmosphere to explore themes such as self-understanding, empathy, transcendence, transformation, holistic health and more. Explore More

Criminology

Criminology is an award-winning program grounded in social science methodologies. The curriculum encompasses a comprehensive study of both crime and criminal justice systems, fostering academic excellence and community engagement, offering high-quality programs on-campus and online.

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Anthropology

Anthropology is the study of people and culture. The curriculum offers a wide range of undergraduate and a limited number of graduate courses that cover the traditional four fields: cultural anthropology, physical anthropology, archaeology, and linguistics.

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Mass Communications

The Mass Communications program educates and trains students across media industries to meet the demands of a complex, technological media landscape and multicultural society while allowing students to choose an area of specialization: Convergence Journalism, Digital Media & Telecommunication, Film & Video Production, or Public Relations.

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  • Political Science
  • Sociology
  • Psychology
  • Criminology
  • Anthropology
  • Mass Communications