The Economics/Political Science BA at Western Washington University offers you a unique interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complex forces that shape our world, from market dynamics and economic theory to governmental structures and international relations. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you are keen to explore the interplay between economic decisions and political processes, equipping you with the analytical tools to address critical issues in areas such as public policy, international trade, and development. You will gain a rigorous foundation in both microeconomics and macroeconomics, alongside core political science concepts, preparing you for advanced study or a career in fields where economic and political acumen are essential.
This full-time, on-campus Bachelor of Arts programme is studied over four years, integrating essential statistics, calculus, and writing requirements with core economics and political science coursework. You will delve into subjects like microeconomics, macroeconomics, American political systems, and political theory, with opportunities to specialise through upper-division electives in areas like international political economy or the politics of inequality. Through this comprehensive curriculum, you will develop critical research methods and problem-solving skills, graduating prepared for diverse career paths in public service, government, business, and further academic pursuits.