31 Public Policy BA Degree Programs

Public policy students at Thiel College have the opportunity to see all sides of serious public problems and to make informed decisions that can help to improve the lives of others. Public policy officials have to be prepared to solve problems ranging from crime, health care, education and so much more. To prepare you for this type of work, you will take a wide range of courses in order to successfully contribute to the policy-making process.

This degree aims to advance your intellectual engagement with the study of politics as both an academic discipline and as an activity.

The sustainability major with a BA in Public Policy Concentration is designed to prepare students to understand and address key issues related to sustainability, public policy, and social responsibili...

Canadian Public Policy is an interdisciplinary program examining public decision-making and policy processes related to environmental, social, health, and economic policy. The Canadian Public Policy program provides an adaptable and broad knowledge base for students interested in all levels of Canadian-based policy work, giving students a strong foundation in policy analysis and implementation. This involves understanding the public policy process, policy analysis, intergovernmental relations, economic forces and political considerations.

The BA in Public Policy program is designed to give students a solid foundation in understanding how policies influence society. It covers key areas such as government, economics, and research methods...

The Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy aims to prepare students to understand and analyze important social issues and policy challenges. The program offers a mix of core courses in public policy, polit...

The Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy is designed to give students a solid understanding of how policies are developed and implemented. The program focuses on key areas such as government institutions...

The program in Criminal Justice/Public Policy offers students a chance to explore the intersections between justice systems and policy-making. It combines coursework in criminal justice with public po...

The interdisciplinary public policy and administration major is designed to prepare students for careers in government, non-profits, and other organizations that influence public policy. The program o...

The Bachelor of Arts in Business with a focus on Public Service and Public Policy provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices necessary to effectively serve th...

The Bachelor's in Public Administration and Policy prepares students for leadership roles in government, non-profit organizations, and private sectors by providing a comprehensive understanding of pub...

The Bachelor of Arts in Public Policy and Management offers students a clear path to understanding how policies are created and applied in real-world settings. The program combines coursework in polit...

This program offers a close look at the skills needed to work in public administration and policy. It combines undergraduate and graduate studies, giving students a clear pathway from a Bachelor's in ...

The Public Policy major draws its theoretical foundations from a variety of disciplines including government, economics, and sociology. Majors are trained both in the ethics of public policy-making as well as in the diverse methodologies used in the field. Because public policy is an applied field, majors take a variety of courses in such diverse areas as environmental studies, race and ethnic studies, women's and gender studies, government, economics, and sociology. Students develop a concentration that allows them to develop substantial expertise in an area of public policy analysis.

The Bachelor's in Public Policy and Management program offers students a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices involved in public service, governance, and policy analysis. The cu...