The department offers programs leading to the Master of Arts and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees with a major in political science. Concentrations are available in American politics, comparative politics, and international relations with minors in political theory, and public policy. The Master of Arts degree is designed as a basis for students who plan to continue into a Ph.D. program. In addition, the department also designs programs for students interested in government careers, community college teaching, or specialization in selected areas such as policy and environment or for self-improvement. Programs are planned, in consultation with an advisory committee, around the student's principal area of interest, emphasizing one or more of the areas of concentration listed above. Applicants must submit scores on the Graduate Record Examination, three letters of recommendation, and the personal data called for on the department's information form. Applicants also are invited to submit any other evidence, including published materials, which they believe to be relevant to admission. Master of Arts: Each student must specialize in one of the five fields of concentration listed above and complete at least 30 units of course work at the 500 and 600 levels. A supervised research paper is required. The final master's examination will be based on the research paper. Doctor of Philosophy: In addition to an area of concentration, each student must prepare in one or two additional fields prior to the comprehensive examination. Either one foreign language at high proficiency or advanced training in methodology are required. The department may waive the requirement for a qualifying examination for a student who has received the master's degree at The University of Arizona.