Power and Society, Certificate
Are you intrigued by how particular groups and individuals wield power over others? Gain an understanding of how control and influence can shift across societies.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Certificate description
Power and Society undergraduate certificate description
In the certificate program in power and society, you prepare to think critically and practically about the relationship between power and society.
Courses in the program use multiple perspectives to explore the sources, exercise and consequences of power across a variety of social and historical settings. A special focus on gender is available across the spectrum of courses listed.
Why earn a power and society undergraduate certificate at ASU?
At ASU, the power and society certificate draws on political science, sociology, anthropology, social justice and sustainability studies, letting you examine how power operates across a range of contexts. You explore government, human rights, social justice, inequality and sustainability from multiple perspectives and customize your path with electives spanning social movements, public affairs, global politics and law.
Courses
This undergraduate certificate includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The certificate requires 15 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the certificate, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The certificate in power and society consists of 15 credit hours of coursework, of which a minimum of 12 hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be earned through courses offered by the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the certificate must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
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POS 437 Women, Power, and Politics
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SOC 437 Women, Power, and Politics
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Up to three credit hours of experiential learning (484/499) may apply toward the electives requirement.
9 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 9 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this certificate.
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Enrollment requirements
This certificate program is open to students in any major. Students who wish to pursue this certificate should consult an academic advisor in the School of Social and Behavioral Sciences to ensure that the appropriate set of courses is taken.
A student pursuing an undergraduate certificate must be enrolled as a degree-seeking student at ASU. Undergraduate certificates are not awarded before an undergraduate degree is completed. A student who already holds an undergraduate degree may pursue an undergraduate certificate as a nondegree-seeking graduate student.
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Careers this power and society undergraduate certificate prepares you for
Graduates with academic or career interests in politics, government, economics, organizing and advocacy, public affairs, journalism, human rights, social justice, education and sustainability are well positioned to pursue careers in fields such as social work, public administration, public policy and criminal justice.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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FAB N101
sbsadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
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