专业描述

The Ford School BA in Public Policy is a liberal arts degree, based in the social sciences, that gives students the knowledge and skills needed to analyze policy problems, understand the stakes, and create viable solutions. Our undergraduate program builds on two traditional strengths of the University of Michigan: our strong, interdisciplinary social sciences and our students’ focus on issues involving politics and public affairs. Public policy degree candidates benefit from the Ford School's small-school connectedness and flexibility while taking advantage of the University of Michigan's world-class resources. Working in small groups with distinguished faculty, students from around the U-M bring diverse talents to bear on real-world policy issues, and lay the groundwork for equally diverse professions. They champion their interests with intelligence and passion. Then they share them with the world. Coursework combines classes in economics, political science, and other social sciences disciplines with integrative policy seminars that provide opportunities for students to work together in teams to apply their skills in the analysis of contemporary policy problems. This experience, grounded in the liberal arts, provides an excellent foundation for later professional training in a broad range of professions. The faculty at the Ford School come from a broad range of disciplines (economics, political science, sociology, psychology, mathematics, history) and other professional schools (business, social work, education, information, urban planning, natural resources and environment, medicine). Additionally, the Ford School BA program is connected to a broad set of programs and activities, such as the School’s research centers, visiting professors and speakers, and student organizations.