New York University College of Arts and Science 18 courses 128 total credits
A vibrant home for those interested in government and public affairs, the Wilf Family Department of Politics gives students the skills needed to reach a deeper analytical understanding of political events that is grounded in logic and evidence. We encourage a truly scientific inquiry into politics that informs a critical discussion of political institutions and a rigorous approach to effecting positive political change. We offer courses in political theory, quantitative and formal political analysis, American politics, comparative politics, and international politics. Our curriculum covers a wide range of substantive topics including law, elections, ethnic conflict, justice, economic development, political accountability, war and peacekeeping, public policy, democracy, political economy, strategy, and political attitudes and beliefs. Our faculty specializes in the politics of the United States and countries around the globe. Courses are regularly offered on Latin America, Western and Eastern Europe, Africa, Russia, India, China, and Japan. The analytical skills gained by Politics majors prepare them for a wide range of careers. Our graduates accept positions with governments, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), think tanks, international finance groups, multinational corporations, law firms, and other institutions. Many pursue further study in fields such as political science, law, and public and international affairs at highly competitive universities.
| Select one additional Subfield Course | 4 credits |
| Politics Electives | credits |
| Select seven major electives in POL-UA | 28 credits |
General Education Requirements
First-Year Seminar
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EXPOS-UA 1 | Writing as Inquiry | 4 |
Major Requirements
Two Subfield Courses, chosen from:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| POL-UA 100 | Political Theory | 4 |
| POL-UA 300 | Power & Politics in America | 4 |
| POL-UA 500 | Comparative Politics | 4 |
| POL-UA 700 | International Politics | 4 |
American Political Practice and Leadership Track Requirements
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| POL-UA 300 | Power & Politics in America | 4 |
American Political Practice and Leadership Track Requirements
A semester-long internship at the Washington, D.C. campus with a domestic policy focus (in government, politics, or a non-profit).
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| NODEP-UA 9982 | Experiential Learning Seminar | 4 |
American Political Practice and Leadership Track Requirements
Courses at NYU Washington, DC
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| POL-UA 9310 | The Presidency | 4 |
| POL-UA 9330 | American Constitution | 4 |
| POL-UA 9342 | American Public Opinion & Pressure Groups | 4 |
| POL-UA 9994 | Topics: | 4 |
| POL-UA 9994 | Topics: | 4 |
American Political Practice and Leadership Track Requirements
Courses at NYU Washington Square
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