UVA’s BA in Government offers a comprehensive study of political systems, public institutions, and democratic governance. Students analyze the structure and function of government at local, national, and international levels. The curriculum emphasizes political theory, American government, public law, and comparative politics, preparing students for careers in law, public service, journalism, or academia. Students are encouraged to engage in internships, civic engagement, and faculty-led research on pressing political issues such as polarization, campaign finance, and constitutional interpretation.
Case study of the Voting Rights Act's modern enforcement in Southern states
Simulation of legislative negotiation in a divided Congress
Analysis of campaign finance data and its impact on voter turnout
Designing a civic education initiative for underserved high schools
Comparative research on judicial independence in Western democracies
Writing a policy brief on redistricting reform in Virginia
Studying constitutional interpretation in Supreme Court precedent shifts
Data visualization of political polarization in congressional voting records
Digital tool prototype for increasing local government transparency
Podcast interviews with public officials on governance challenges in small towns
Survey-based research on public trust in law enforcement post-2020
Evaluating the impact of state preemption laws on local policymaking
Archival analysis of UVA student political movements over the decades
Designing a simulation for international human rights treaty negotiation
Case study of emergency powers used during public health crises
Policy recommendation paper on campaign ethics and misinformation
Literary analysis of democracy in classic and modern political fiction
Field research on town hall accessibility and citizen engagement
Study of social media’s influence on political participation among youth
Comparative evaluation of federalism structures in the U.S., Canada, and Germany
Understand power, policy, and democracy through UVA’s dynamic Government BA program.
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