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Bachelor of Arts in Public Affairs

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901 12th Ave, LSAX 240, PO Box 222000, Seattle, United States
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Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The major in public affairs welcomes students interested in public policy, community planning, civic engagement, and advocacy for employment in local, state, and federal government or the nonprofit sector. Coursework in public affairs encourages students to explore diverse perspectives, apply problem-solving skills, and engage in practical internship experiences that enable graduates to analyze and address real-world social problems. Public Affairs students will: Develop the perspectives, skills, and abilities necessary to make a difference in the public and nonprofit sector; Learn about public policy, program evaluation, organizational leadership, financial management, and research methods; Choose a concentration in an area of particular interest including: Urban Planning and Sustainability; Nonprofit Management; International Development (study abroad options are available); Politics and Policy; Design your own concentration.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Public Policy

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

The major in public affairs welcomes students interested in public policy, community planning, civic engagement, and advocacy for employment in local, state, and federal government or the nonprofit sector. Coursework in public affairs encourages students to explore diverse perspectives, apply problem-solving skills, and engage in practical internship experiences that enable graduates to analyze and address real-world social problems. Public Affairs students will: Develop the perspectives, skills, and abilities necessary to make a difference in the public and nonprofit sector; Learn about public policy, program evaluation, organizational leadership, financial management, and research methods; Choose a concentration in an area of particular interest including: Urban Planning and Sustainability; Nonprofit Management; International Development (study abroad options are available); Politics and Policy; Design your own concentration.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
120+
86+
58+
Students should have a minimum score of 580 on paper based TOEFL and a score of 62 on PTE.

48 Months
Jan-2000

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