Course examines current problems and issues in the field of public policy. Topics may vary from year to year and will be announced at the beginning of the semester. Open to students from other departments.

This interdisciplinary colloquium--a collaboration between the Berkeley Risk and Security Lab and the Institute of International Studies--explores the complex challenges and opportunities that emerging technologies pose to national and international security. Open to both undergraduate and graduate students, the course delves into how advancements in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum computing, space technologies, and cyber capabilities are reshaping the global security landscape. Via a combination of expert lectures, case studies, and in-depth discussions, students will engage with leading scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from across the university and the broader community including government officials, industry leaders, and the non-profit sector. The colloquium is also designed to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration among students and serve as a jumping-off point for research articles, honors theses, and dissertations. In order to enroll as an undergrad you must email gsppscheduler@berkeley.edu

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