Liberal Arts Division

Political Science

What is Political Science?

Political science covers how all levels of government work from, public policies, political processes, to systems, and political behavior. Political science looks at political theory, political philosophy, political ideology, political economy, policy studies and analysis, comparative politics, international relations, and more. Political scientists use both cultural and scientific ideas to examine the the way political systems operate all over the world.

Why Study Political Science?

Are you interested in United States' politics? International affairs? Issues such as health, the environment, civil rights, Conservatism and Liberalism? Theories about the ideal government and how power and resources are handled with in society?

Courses or a degree in Political science courses will help you in a career with federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; electoral politics; research and university and college teaching.

If this sounds interesting, you should consider studying political science.

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