Political Science and Government Emphasis | UAGC

What is the Political Science and Government Emphasis?

Do you have an interest in the political process, public policy, and the structures and workings of the government? The Political Science and Government emphasis at the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) will introduce you to the political theories central to the study of comparative politics and to understanding contemporary political issues. You will explore topics such as political behavior, power and authority, democracy and representation, policy development, rights and justice, international relations, and conflict resolution. As you analyze political issues and develop methods to resolve them, you will assess the causes and implications of conflict, compromise, and cooperation at the local, national, and global levels. Your UAGC political science and government program will also train you to analyze critical issues, evaluate policy, and solve problems through creative communication — skills that are valued in many roles and industries.

Undergraduate Political Science and Government Emphasis Courses

POL 255 Introduction to International Relations

3 Credits

This course introduces key theories and concepts within international relations in addition to exploring the roles of state and non-state actors in global politics. Students will analyze a mixture of historical and contemporary issues such as conflict, cooperation, and globalization, as well as some of the emerging challenges within the global system, including technology with the rise of artificial intelligence as well as cybersecurity threats.

POL 303 The American Constitution

3 Credits

This course is a study of the Constitution of the United States and its role in American history and government. The study covers the drafting and ratification of the Constitution, its subsequent amendment and interpretation, and its contemporary role in American politics and government.

POL 310 Environmental Policies

3 Credits

Environmental Policies explores environmental policy in the United States and the global environment. It describes the history of environmental policy beginning in the 1960s. It examines the environmental policymaking process and the roles that different stakeholders play in this process. It studies the regulatory mechanisms in different environmental policies, discusses current environmental problems, and evaluates the effectiveness of environmental policies.

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