Government and World Affairs Major

Government and world affairs analyzes the varied applications of political authority in the United States and around the world to allocate valued resources for local and global society. Through a set of core courses, a focus on one of four substantive concentrations, and optional internships in Florida, Washington, D.C., and around the globe, government and world affairs students develop political awareness and understanding as well as the critical thinking and research skills that allow them to participate effectively as citizens in a rapidly globalizing world.

Each student takes the required core and then chooses one of four concentrations: American government, law and government, world affairs, or general government and world affairs.

Students choose one of four areas of concentration to complete their major.

Degree Requirements

Requirements for a major in government and world affairs:

GWA 100	Introduction to Government and World Affairs	4
GWA 200	American Government	4
GWA 201	World Affairs	4
GWA 270	Research Methods for Government and World Affairs	4
Total Credit Hours:		16

Total Credit Hours: 16