Government, Law & Politics
African & African-American Studies
Study the relationships among and between all people of African descent through investigation of the connections between U.S. and global histories, cultures, and social and economic systems
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
American Studies
Why choose American Studies? Because America is changing and you have an important part to play in our global future.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./M.U.P., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./M.U.P., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
Brazilian Studies (minor only)
Train in the Portuguese language and gain knowledge and understanding of the culture of Brazil, the world's fifth-largest country.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Classics
Classics is the integrated study of ancient Greek and Roman civilization through its languages, its literature, and its artistic and archaeological remains.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor
Communication Studies
Faculty members in Communication Studies teach and research in two main areas: Rhetorical and Political Communication and Communication and Relationships.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
East Asian Languages & Cultures
Learn about the three oldest continuous civilizations in the world - China, Japan, and Korea.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor
East Asian Studies
The M.A. in Contemporary East Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary degree focused on 20th and 21st century East Asia.
Degrees:
M.A.
M.A.
Economics
Economic literacy provides a framework for understanding the forces that shape the global economy and society in which we live.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., B.S., M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., B.S., M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor, Ph.D.
European Studies
The European Studies program provides a vibrant community for research, teaching, and related activities that explore historical and contemporary European cultures.
Degrees:
Co-Major, Minor
Co-Major, Minor
French
A major in French, in the Department of French, Francophone, and Italian Studies, ensures that our students succeed in today's global economy.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Geography
Geography studies the spatial dimensions of, and links between, culture, society and environmental processes.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., B.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.S., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., B.S., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.S., Minor, Ph.D.
Geology
With new faculty members and a new building on the way, KU Geology is a vibrant, expanding department.
Degrees:
B.A., B.S., M.S., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.S., M.S., Minor, Ph.D.
German Studies
Courses explore diverse perspectives on the language, culture, literature, history, and art of German-speaking Europe.
Degrees:
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D., Undergrad Certificate
Global & International Studies
Think critically about some of the most fundamental issues facing the world: population growth, politics and governance, migration, economics, poverty and conflict, and climate change.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./M.B.A., Minor, Undergrad Certificate
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., M.A./M.B.A., Minor, Undergrad Certificate
Human Sexuality
Examine how sexual identity and practices contribute to significant contemporary social issues such as human trafficking, family violence and health inequality.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Minor
B.A., B.G.S., Minor
Humanities
Study the intellectual and cultural practices and traditions in world civilizations.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, Minor, Undergrad Certificate
B.A., Grad Certificate, Minor, Undergrad Certificate
Indigenous Studies
Learn about the complexity and diversity of Indigenous peoples' cultures and histories.
Degrees:
Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Italian (minor only)
Develop your understanding of Italian literature, language, and culture.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Jewish Studies Program
Jewish studies explores Judaism, the Jewish people and culture, and their role in the shaping of human experience.
Degrees:
B.A., Minor
B.A., Minor
Latino/a Studies (minor only)
Study the American Latino community, the country's largest minority, and the importance of its history, peoples, cultures, and social and political participation.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Law & Society
Explore how law works in practice in public administration, courts, the non-profit sector, policy, policing, and the justice system.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S.
B.A., B.G.S.
Leadership in Diversity and Inclusion
Learn tools and techniques to better understand and navigate leadership opportunities within the context of social diversity and equity in the United States.
Degrees:
Grad Certificate, M.A.
Grad Certificate, M.A.
Leadership Studies (minor only)
Leadership is a process, not an outcome. Develop skills to make progress on issues you care about in your personal, community, and professional life.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Middle East Studies (minor only)
Explore contemporary and historical issues pertaining to the Middle East.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Peace & Conflict Studies (minor only)
Examine the origins and nature of conflict within and among societies and the various ways in which humans address conflict.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Philosophy
Philosophy will help you develop critical thinking skills, enabling you to analyze the underlying logic and assumptions in arguments about a variety of topics.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., M.A./J.D., Minor, Ph.D.
Political Science
Political science advances our understanding of politics, power, governance, and public policy in the United States and across the globe.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Public Affairs & Administration
Our programs prepare leaders to confront the challenges of contemporary public management and build professionalism in the public and nonprofit sectors.
Degrees:
B.A., M.A./M.U.P., M.P.A., M.P.A./J.D., Minor
B.A., M.A./M.U.P., M.P.A., M.P.A./J.D., Minor
Public Policy (minor only)
Explore topics related to public policy in the United States and the world.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Russian, East European & Eurasian Studies
The Center for Russian, East European & Eurasian Studies has been a national leader for the study of the former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe since 1965.
Degrees:
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
B.A., Grad Certificate, M.A., Minor
Slavic Languages & Literatures
Our department is internationally recognized for strengths in diverse areas of Slavic literary and cultural studies and linguistics.
Degrees:
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Social & Behavioral Sciences Methodology (minor only)
Receive advanced training in quantitative and qualitative methods and develop graduate-level expertise in applied statistical methods.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Social Justice (minor only)
Explore topics and themes about the current and historical roles of social justice in our society.
Degrees:
Minor
Minor
Sociology
Sociology is the study of social life, social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., Minor, Ph.D.
Spanish
The Department of Spanish and Portuguese offers a comprehensive undergraduate program in Spanish and Portuguese language, literature, and culture, as well as Brazilian literature and cultural studies.
Degrees:
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., M.A., Minor, Ph.D.
Urban Planning
KU's Master of Urban Planning is an accredited, professional degree oriented towards excellence for planning practice. Our graduates excel in careers in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors.
Degrees:
M.U.P.
M.U.P.
Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies
The department fosters the interdisciplinary study of women, gender, and sexuality, through a rich multicultural and internationally informed academic environment.
Degrees:
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, Minor, Ph.D.
B.A., B.G.S., Grad Certificate, Minor, Ph.D.
