History & Political Science Department

Be a leader in policy and law

Do you want to change the future? Become a leader in policy and law? Understand the history that has shaped our world? Explore majors in history, political science, and international security and diplomacy at Bridgewater College—programs designed to give you the analytical, historical and leadership tools needed in today’s complex world.

The Department of History and Political Science prepares students for a life of active citizenship and intellectual engagement. In the classroom, you’ll take part in discussion, reflection, simulations, problem-based learning and collaborative research. Outside the classroom, you’ll build on that foundation through internships, international travel experiences and leadership in student organizations such as Student Senate, Model United Nations and the Pre-Law Society.

Majors in the Department of History and Political Science

Student and professor in the History and Political Science program collaborating on research.

International Security and Diplomacy Major

Ready to explore the cultures, history and politics that shape our world? Prepare to work across boundaries in an interconnected, global society?

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History Major

As a history major, you’ll choose from classes that cover everything from early U.S. history to modern Africa and Afghanistan. Get to know the world we live in and how it came to be.

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History and Political Science Major

The History and Political Science major combines the two disciplines and is the typical major of students seeking careers in secondary education.

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Political Science Major

Plan to go to law school? Interested in getting your master’s in public policy or master’s in public administration? A major in political science might be perfect for you.

Get to know the faculty

Faculty of the History and Political Science department are active and award-winning scholars who take teaching seriously and work closely with students to plan their courses of study and their careers.