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A Politics and Government bachelor's program opens doors to various professional opportunities or advanced studies like graduate programs and law degrees. You'll explore the structures of public life across local, national, and global contexts. The curriculum examines both the potential for and challenges to democratic systems. Diverse course options cover topics from environmental policy to political evolution and issues of representation in governance. Gain hands-on learning through tailored internships. Students have gained experience with U.S. congressional offices, Arizona state legislators, federal organizations like the EPA and FBI, international institutions including the UN, and advocacy groups such as the Sierra Club and Grand Canyon Trust.
This undergraduate program equips students to analyze governmental systems and political processes at all levels. The flexible curriculum encourages specialization through varied political science electives. With faculty advising and career preparation, students develop skills for impactful professional journeys in public service and beyond.