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Global Politics and Society

Minor

Enhance your Mines degree

The Global Politics and Society (GPS) Minor prepares engineers and scientists with the knowledge and experience to tackle complex global issues. By studying Global Politics and Society topics, students will be empowered to become leaders in their professional and personal lives, within their own countries and the global community.

Courses provide the political, social, and historical contexts to better understand world regions, particularly ones with significant natural resource endowments. Fitting the Mines’ mission, our courses bring a stronger focus to natural resources and energy issues than similar programs at other universities. 

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Go farther with a specialization

The global politics and society minor will enhance undergraduates’ technical expertise and problem-solving abilities while preparing them to meet the industry’s challenges. Undergraduate students have the following degree options:

  • Minor (18 credits)

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