AP Comparative Government and Politics examines the political institutions and processes of six different countries—China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom—and compares the ways they address problems. You’ll analyze data and readings to draw conclusions about political systems.

Units of Study

1) Political Systems, Regimes, and Government

2) Political Institutions

3) Political Culture and Participation

4) Party and Electoral Systems and Citizen Organizations

5) Political and Economic Changes and Development