AP Comparative Government and Politics is a college-level high school course designed to introduce students to the study of political systems and governance around the world. The curriculum covers the structures, functions, and policies of governments, examining key concepts such as regime types, political change, policy-making processes, and globalization. Students study countries like the United Kingdom, Russia, China, Mexico, Nigeria, and Iran, comparing political institutions, economic policies, and social issues to understand how different systems address challenges and interact globally. The course encourages critical thinking, analysis of political data, and the application of comparative methods to real-world political scenarios.