BENEFITS OF A POLITICAL SCIENCE DEGREE

From advanced knowledge of government systems and political development, to marketable skills in research, data analysis and communication, the benefits of a political science degree are numerous. Political science majors learn to carefully analyze information and write with sensitivity to many political and cultural factors.

The skills acquired by a political science degree include:

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Use of data analysis and theory
• Knowledge of worldwide political systems and processes
• Cross-cultural knowledge and understanding
• Experience with research methods and independent projects

CAREERS WITH A POLITICAL SCIENCE DEGREE

The uses for a political science degree are numerous in a society with complex institutional dynamics and constantly changing political factors. A political science degree is excellent preparation for careers in law, policy and government, as well as many positions that require analytical and communication skills.

What you can do with a political science degree spans many fields and positions. The following is a list of some of the jobs you can get with a political science degree:

Government, Law and Policy

• Attorney
• Lobbyist
• Public official
• Intelligence analyst
• Arbitrator
• Campaign staff

Education and Nonprofit

• Professor or teacher
• Human rights advocate
• Nonprofit director
• Community service manager
• Social science researcher

Public Relations and Communications

• Social media manager
• Public relations specialist
• Marketing director
• Content writer

Business and Consulting

• Business analyst
• Market research analyst
• Political consultant
• Survey researcher

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY TOWARD A CAREER IN POLITICAL SCIENCE

Graduates of Drexel’s Political Science program demonstrate the range of outcomes that make a political science degree worth it. Recent graduates have gone on to bachelor’s in political science jobs like:

• Senior Specialist of Political Affairs, Comcast
• Special Events Coordinator, Center for American Progress
• Senior Analyst, Ciright Systems, Inc.
• Intellectual Property Assistant, Knobbe, Martens, Olson & Bear, LLP
• Administrator, Foundation for Individual Rights in Education
• Law student, Harvard Law

Find out what you can do with a political science degree from Drexel’s Department of Politics. Apply now, or visit our campus to experience life at Drexel firsthand.