UG 1903-12-30 <p>Our graduates work in:</p> <ul> <li>government</li> <li>law</li> <li>education</li> <li>journalism</li> <li>communications</li> <li>management</li> <li>banking&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </li> </ul> <p>They have many other jobs that span the public and private sections.<br /><br />Many have gone on to law school or graduate school in many different disciplines.</p> 2009 <p>Students may choose to concentrate in one of the four advanced goverement fields by completing five courses in that field.&nbsp; They must still complete 3 credits in each of the other three fields.</p> <p>Department of Public and International Affairs<br />George Mason University<br />Robinson Hall, Room 201 A<br />4400 University Drive, MS 3F4<br />Farifax, VA 22030<br />703-993-1400</p> 2007-10-24T12:14:52Z true BA 120 Public and International Affairs PUAF http://pia.gmu.edu/ Government and International Politics <p>Ginta Palubinskas<br /> <a href="mailto:gpalubin@gmu.edu"></a></p> LA 1903-12-30 1903-12-30 Bachelor of Arts 52 <p>Intern at places such as:</p> <ul> <li>U.S. Congress and the White House</li> <li>U.S. Department of State</li> <li>Political campaigns</li> <li>Foreign embassies</li> <li>Law firms</li> <li>NGOs&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </li> </ul> <p>If you excel in the classroom, apply to the honors program in the major. Work closely with a professor on a research project of your own.</p> <p>Consider doing an accelerated master&rsquo;s program in political science or public administration.</p> <p>Study abroad with Mason&rsquo;s <a href="http://globaled.gmu.edu">Center for Global Education</a>.</p> LA-BA-GVIP Undergraduate <p>Mason offers two degrees for students interested in political science, government, and international relations. You will learn about government first hand through internships in the nation&rsquo;s capital and courses taught by outstanding faculty, many of whom work in Washington, D.C.</p> <p>As a government and international politics major, you will take core courses in American political institutions, the political systems of other countries, and international relations. You can choose electives that will allow you to earn a concentration in American politics, international politics, political theory and law, or public policy.</p> <p>As a public administration major, you will take courses in government and nonprofit management and others in computer applications and business administration. Because you will study both business and government, you will be well prepared for careers in the public, private, or nonprofit sectors.</p> <p>In addition to satisfying <a href="../../gened0910">university general education requirements</a> and <a href="../../gened0910">requirements for a bachelor of arts degree in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences</a>, students pursuing this degree must complete the course work distributed as follows:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Five core courses (16 credits): GOVT 101, 103, 132, 133, 300</li> <li>Eight advanced government field courses (24 credits) with at least 3 credits in each of the four fields: <ul> <li><em>American politics:&nbsp;</em>GOVT 301-319, 401-419</li> <li><em>Political theory and law:&nbsp;</em>GOVT 320-329, 420-429, 446, 470-472</li> <li><em>International and comparative politics:&nbsp;</em>GOVT 330-349, 430-449</li> <li><em>Public policy and administration:&nbsp;</em>GOVT 350-369, 450-469</li> </ul> </li> <li>3 credits of GOVT 490, 491 (fulfills the university synthesis requirement)</li> </ul> <p>With permission of an advisor, 9 credits of GOVT 480 and 496 may be substituted for government field courses. Only 3 credits of GOVT 480 and 6 credits of GOVT 496 may be substituted for major requirements. GOVT 490 may not be applied to a field requirement or concentration.</p> <p>Only courses passed with a grade of C (2.00) or better may be used to fulfill major requirements.</p> <p>With careful planning, some courses required for the major may also fulfill general education requirements or college-level requirements for the BA. See an advisor before registering.</p> <p>Students may choose to concentrate in one of the four advanced government fields by completing five courses in that field. They must still complete 3 credits in each of the other three fields.</p> 2009-10-12T20:17:33Z <p>Intern at places like the White House, the Supreme Court, the World Bank. Located minutes from Washington, D.C., probably the most important hub of government and political activity in the world, we offer you more affordable access to learning and career opportunities than any other university in the region.</p> <p>At Mason, you will have unique opportunities for internships and research projects that connect the classroom to the world beyond the campus.</p> <p>Named the #1 national university to watch by <em>U.S. News &amp; World Report</em>, George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with global distinction in a range of academic fields. Situated in the heart of Northern Virginia's technology corridor, Mason prepares its students to succeed in the work force and to meet the needs of the region and the world.</p> Intern at places like the White House, the Supreme Court, the World Bank.