Majors choose a 12-credit concentration that appears on their transcripts, highlighting their interests and expertise to future employers and graduate schools. Students in every concentration select from a broad range of major, core, and elective courses to personalize their degree.
A Minor in Political Science introduces students to foundational ideas about how governments work, how political systems shape decisions, and why those decisions matter. Students can explore one or more areas, including American politics, comparative and international politics, international security, law, public policy, foreign policy, and research methods.
Add a practical credential to your degree with a Minor in Environmental Politics and Policy. Complete four courses from a range of options designed to help you understand the political, policy, and environmental issues shaping communities and institutions.
Build your expertise in public policy with a 12-credit, four-course Public Policy Certificate. Gain foundational knowledge of how public policies are developed, implemented, and evaluated across different levels of government.
Expand your expertise beyond political science with an interdisciplinary certificate. Use your electives to explore additional fields and add valuable credentials to your degree.
Earn two degrees that complement your academic interests and expand your opportunities. Degree Plus allows you to pursue an additional degree while making the most of your time at Purdue.