B.A. in 政治科学

Why Study 政治科学 at Rivier?

作为B.A. in 政治科学 student, you’ll acquire the reading, 研究, 分析, and writing skills necessary to succeed in any profession that requires problem-solving and effective communication. Whether it is academia, 政府, 法律实践, 媒体, or a variety of other fields and industries, you will gain the foundational skills to set you on the path to success.

Through the study of local, 状态, and national 政府 as well as United States 政治 in a global context, you will develop a sophisticated understanding of the topics, 问题, and 政治 of our times as well as their historical roots.

在B区.A. in 政治科学 program, you will:

• Gain knowledge of different cultures, 政治制度, and international and 区域 organizations
• 了解美国是如何.S. 政府 operates and how voter participation influences 政府al policy
• Receive intensive preparation to help you launch a variety of in-demand careers

Through the study of political theory from ancient civilizations through modern times, you’ll become familiar with the ways in which various cultures have governed themselves and conducted relations with other nations. This greater awareness will enable you to function effectively in the “global village” that exists in today’s world. Through elective courses, you can focus on particular areas of interest to customize your learning for your career interests and goals.

Get Ready for the World

You’ll apply classroom learning in the field with a required internship. Our majors are encouraged to take on internships in a local, 区域, or international political campaign, which is aided by New Hampshire’s first-in-the-nation voting status. Internships not only provide valuable experience, but will also build your resume and professional network.

You can participate in the Model United Nations, a group that 研究es and discusses various countries and political 问题 in preparation for an annual conference held annually at Harvard University.