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B.A. in Political Science

What is Political Science?

Political Science is so much more than “politics”. The study of Political Science is the study of international, domestic, and comparative perspectives that influence power, politics, and policies. Political scientists get to explore how power is legitimized, how it operates and how it shapes our world. Political Science studies individual and collective values but also how people navigate societies rules and institutions.

Learn more about courses in this major:

POLiTICAL SCIENCE COURSES

Major Subfields of Political Science at UND

  • Political theory
  • Political ideology
  • Political economy
  • Policy studies and analysis
  • Comparative politics
  • International relations

Common Political Science Professions

  • Business/Finance
  • Public Administration
  • International affairs
  • Non-governmental organization & non-profits
  • Journalism & Media
  • Academic Research & Teaching

An Ideal Interdisciplinary Degree

Political Science majors draw on the full educational range of the University of North Dakota.  A political science student builds knowledge of the discipline of political science but will also be able to draw on courses in philosophy, history, statistics and economics. Students develop foundational skills in statistics and in a foreign language. 

Political Science Major
Political Science (B.A)

The Department of Political Science offers a four-year program that paves the way to a career in politics, law, public policy, journalism, and numerous other fields.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR DEGREE IN POLITICAL SCIENCE
Department of Political Science & Public Administration
Nistler Hall Room 324
3125 University Ave Stop 8379
Grand Forks ND 58202-8379
P 701.777.3831

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Nistler College of Business & Public Administration

Nistler Hall Room 230
3125 University Ave Stop 8098
Grand Forks, ND 58202-8098

701.777.2135

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