BA in Political Science and Journalism in Sacramento United States | California State University, Sacramento

An innovative cross-disciplinary program bridging Political Science and Journalism. Through its partnership with the Washington Center, California State University, Sacramento enables students to pursue internships in Washington, D.C. Government-Journalism majors can find tailored internship opportunities matching their specific interests within this program.
Political Science focuses on examining governmental systems and political processes. Sacramento State's Political Science Department provides coursework across diverse disciplines, such as: Political Philosophy, U.S. Government, Constitutional Law, Global Affairs, Comparative Government, and Policy Analysis. With more than 70 course offerings, the department comprehensively addresses political science's core subjects. Introductory courses fulfill General Education requirements while building foundations for upper-division studies.

The Political Science degree enhances a liberal arts education by exploring both theoretical frameworks and practical applications of governance. Students can pursue a BA in Political Science, International Relations, or Political Science-Journalism, along with a Political Science minor. The curriculum balances foundational political science knowledge with flexible specialization options. The department also contributes essential courses to interdisciplinary programs including California Studies, Environmental Science, Ethnic Studies, Conflict Resolution, and Gender Studies.