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Want a dynamic career in government service, business, education, or law in an undoubtedly vibrant political climate? An Alfred University Political Science degree affords you the ability to enter the workforce in a diverse range of fields, helping to shape people's lives by engaging in community outreach, public policy, national, state and local politics, communications and journalism, and more.
Fulfill a Global Studies requirement with a short-term study abroad course.
Concentrate in American Politics, Comparative Politics, Political Theory, International Relations, Methodology, or Public Policy.
Enjoy a semester in Washington working for a Congress person or government agency.
The Political Science major attracts students who want to achieve a better understanding of the political environments that shape human interaction. Majors are introduced to the dynamics of politics both domestically and globally. Along with an understanding of political processes, they acquire a theoretical background for the study of political dynamics and the basic quantitative and qualitative tools for analyzing them. In addition to helping students prepare for graduate study, the major helps to prepare students for many different career paths, including government service, legal study, non-governmental organizations (NGO’s), business, journalism, or teaching. Courses for the Political Science Major are listed in our digital Undergraduate Catalog.
Courses for the Education Track of the Political Science Major are listed in our digital Undergraduate Catalog.
Political Science as a double major is available to any AU student. Courses for the Political Science double major are listed in our digital Undergraduate Catalog.
Courses for the Political Science minor are listed in out digital Undergraduate Catalog.
In addition to fulfilling the requirements of the Interdepartmental Major, as well as the College of Liberal Arts & Sciences general education requirements, you'll be required to complete the College's First Year Experience Program or Transfer Student Program.
The Political Science program develops not only reasoning and analytical skills, but also communication skills, both oral and written. Thus, the study of political science prepares a student to pursue a variety of careers that include, but are not limited to, law, policy development, public service, national and international business, communications, and education.
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If you're considering an education in Political Science, you might consider double majoring or adding a minor to your plan of study.
