Our classes focus on critical engagement with current political practices globally and in the U.S. The Political Science major will give you the skills you need to pursue a career in political organizing, public policy, government, or law. Learn how to save the world… one step at a time.
As part of their degree requirements, students pursue one or more of the following hands-on learning opportunities: they can participate in Model United Nations, Moot Court, and local internships with government and non-profit organizations.
Our department offers three distinctive concentrations within the major. Students can choose to concentrate in one of these areas or can complete a major without a concentration.
Whether you want to go to law school, work for a government agency, or advocate for change with an NGO, the Political Science major with a concentration in Law and Policy will help you develop the knowledge of the legal and policymaking process that you need to work effectively at the grass-roots right up to Congress.
Students interested in pursuing a graduate degree while at Cal Poly Humboldt may wish to consider the dual degree pathway with the Master of Arts in Social Science, Environment and Community graduate program. The dual degree pathway enables exceptional students to earn a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in five years. Please refer to the Social Science, Environment and Community Concentration, M.A. program description in this catalog for more information.
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