What Can I do with a Major
in Political Science?
Our Political Science program involves the social-scientific study of power in four subfields:
American politics, comparative politics (the institutions and political processes of other nations),
international relations (transactions between states, international organizations and transactional
actors), and political theory. Students develop knowledge of global political relationships,
opportunities to develop skills that are useful both in the course of participating first-hand in
politics and in the rigorous analysis and communication of complex information, familiarity with
methods used in the study of political science. In choosing a degree track in the department, the
student is allowed to pursue either a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science Degree with the
general education requirements outlined by the College of Liberal Arts.
Typical Occupations:
City Planner
Educator
Peace Corps Worker
Public Relations
Lawyer
Journalist
Policy Analyst
Marketing
Skills & Abilities:
 Ability to work well with others
 Computer skills
 Good communication skills
 Interact with diverse populations
Lobbyist
Manager
Regional Planner
Campaign Manager
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Leadership ability
Problem solving
Understanding of community needs
Work well under pressure
Career Resources:
Career Services
http://www.sfasu.edu/ccs/careerservices/index.asp
The American Political Science Association
http://www.apsanet.org/content_2602.cfm
The Federal Government’s Official Jobs Site
http://www.usajobs.gov/
Law School Admission Council, Inc.
http://www.lsac.org/
Public Service Careers
http://www.publicservicecareers.org/
Political Science at SFA
http://www2.sfasu.edu/polisci/poli_sci.html
College of Liberal and Applied Arts
Academic and Career Advising Office
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