BA in Politics and Government in West Hartford United States | University of Hartford

For those considering careers in law, government, civil service, politics, journalism, nonprofit work, or policy analysis, our politics and government program lets you investigate your passions while gaining practical experience during your studies. This field examines policy, governance, and legal systems, providing insights into how power, authority, influence, control, freedom, wealth, and other political resources are contested, obtained, and allocated. You'll also learn how these elements translate into public policies, governmental structures, and legislation.

Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Politics and Government will: Gain knowledge of political systems and institutions across local, national, and global contexts. Learn to analyze diverse materials that describe and assess political events while reflecting on their own political beliefs. Develop skills to recognize, use, and critique political arguments. Understand various quantitative and qualitative research methods in political science. Apply this knowledge and these abilities effectively in both spoken and written communication.