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What is Political Science? |
| Political science is the study of governments, public policies and political processes, systems, and political behavior. Political science subfields include political theory, political philosophy, political ideology, political economy, policy studies and analysis, comparative politics, international relations, and a host of related fields. Political scientists use both humanistic and scientific perspectives and tools and a variety of methodological approaches to examine the process, systems, and political dynamics of all countries and regions of the world. |
Why Study Political Science? |
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Are you interested in American or any country’s politics? International affairs? Critical issues such as health, the environment, civil rights? Theories concerning the ideal government and how power and resources are allocated in society? Do you want to study these subjects and pursue a career based on your interest? If so, you should consider studying political science.
Political science students can gain a versatile set of skills that can be applied in a wide range of exciting careers in federal, state and local governments; law; business; international organizations; nonprofit associations and organizations; campaign management and polling; journalism; pre-collegiate education; electoral politics; research and university and college teaching.
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| Political Science Career Fields |
| Federalism and Intergovernmental Relations |
Law and Courts |
| Legislative Studies |
Public Policy |
| Political Organizations and Parties |
Public Administration |
| Conflict Processes |
Representation and Electoral Systems |
| Presidency Research |
Political Methodology |
| Religion and Politics |
Urban Politics |
| Science, Technology and Environmental Politics |
Women and Politics Research |
| Foundations of Political Theory |
International Security and Arms Control |
| Comparative Politics |
European Politics and Society |
| State Politics and Policy |
Political Communication |
| Politics and History |
Political Economy |
| New Political Science |
Political Psychology |
| Political Science Education |
Politics, Literature and Film |
| Foreign Policy |
Elections, Public Opinion, and Voting Behavior |
| Race, Ethnicity and Politics |
International History and Politics |
| Qualitative and Multi-method Research |
Sexuality and Politics |
| Comparative Democratization |
Human Rights |
| Health Politics and Policy |
Intenational Organisations and Unions |
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