COURSE CURRICULUM

Concentrations within the Political Science major allow students to focus their studies on specific areas of interest, providing deeper knowledge and practical experience that align with their career goals. By selecting a concentration, students can build specialized expertise, develop targeted skills, and connect with mentors and internship opportunities that prepare them for careers in government, law, international affairs, and public service.The Environmental Politics and Policy concentration focuses on the relationship between politics and the natural environment. Students learn to analyze environmental issues through a political lens and develop the skills needed for careers in environmental policy, advocacy, and sustainability.The Global Politics and Policy concentration explores political relationships between countries and international systems. Students study topics such as global governance, conflict, international institutions, and state-society relations, preparing for careers in diplomacy, international organizations, and global policy analysis.The Law, Politics, and Government concentration is designed for students interested in legal and governmental careers. It covers areas such as public law, elections, political behavior, American institutions, and constitutional law, helping students understand how legal systems and political forces interact.The Political Science concentration provides a broad and comprehensive foundation across the discipline’s main areas, including American politics, comparative politics, international relations, political theory, and public policy. It is ideal for students seeking flexibility or planning for graduate study.The Power, Justice, and Democracy concentration examines the dynamics of authority, democratic systems, and social justice. It prepares students for careers in nonprofit organizations, activism, and legal fields by focusing on issues of equality, rights, and political participation.The Public Policy and Service concentration emphasizes the connection between politics, policy-making, and public administration. Students develop skills for careers in government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and public service roles, both domestically and internationally.Overall, these concentrations provide diverse pathways within political science, allowing students to tailor their education to specific interests while gaining the analytical and practical skills needed to understand and influence political systems.