To receive a master’s degree at Northern Arizona University, you must complete a planned group of courses from one or more subject areas, consisting of at least 30 units of graduate-level courses. Many master’s degree programs require more than 30 units.
You must additionally complete:
Read the full policy here.
In addition to University Requirements:
Minimum Units for Completion | 36 |
Thesis | Thesis may be required by chosen emphasis or offered as an option. |
Comprehensive Exam | Comprehensive Exam may be required by chosen emphasis or offered as an option. |
Research | Individualized research may be required by chosen emphasis or offered as an option. |
Progression Plan Link | View Program of Study |
All students in the M.A. Political Science Program will achieve the following learning objectives:
1. Conceptual and Analytical: Students should have an advanced knowledge of the political world, including contemporary political thought, and public policies, and be able to use key concepts and analytical approaches from political science.
Individual program admission requirements over and above admission to NAU are required.
The NAU graduate online application is required for all programs. Admission to many graduate programs is on a competitive basis, and programs may have higher standards than those established by the Graduate College.
Admission requirements include the following:
Visit the NAU Graduate Admissions website for additional information about graduate school application deadlines, eligibility for study, and admissions policies.
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International applicants have additional admission requirements. Please see the International Graduate Admissions Policy.
Take the following 36 units:
Politics and International Affairs core courses:
The Master of Arts in Political Science is available in two forms: Non-thesis and Thesis. (Select One)
Please note that you choose all courses in consultation with your plan advisor.
You may count up to two 400-level courses toward this academic plan if they haven't previously been counted toward a bachelor's degree.
Be aware that some courses may have prerequisites that you must also successfully complete. For prerequisite information, click on the course or see your advisor.