Public policy is a science dedicated to study of the policies and laws implemented by governments to address the needs of contemporary society.Introduction

Data collection and interpretation play an increasingly important role in crafting laws and regulations that affect our lives. is a field guided by technological advances in science and current economic trends.

Students studying public policy gain an understanding of the relationship between how data is collected and interpreted, and how that information is used to make political decisions that have an effect on nearly everything we do.

Depending on your area of emphasis, studying public policy at CWU offers a chance to gain an understanding of such areas as public-private partnerships, international relations, economic policy, environmental law, human rights, energy policies, or public health. It helps prepare students to work in either the public sector, or industry as a liaison to government agencies.