Political Science - Lehigh University

Political Science from Lehigh University is a Campus Bachelor Public Administration degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Considered by Aristotle to be the "master" science , political science studies the way people organize to govern themselves. The political science major is designed to promote not only an understanding of politics ? ideas and ideals, perceptions and realities, institutions and processes ? but also to develop your skills in analyzing and evaluating social and political problems. You'll have access to faculty who are leaders in the field, experts who can lend perspective to national events. Beyond the classroom, many political science professors are involved with student groups and current issue groups, and all faculty are readily available to talk with individual students. The political science major encourages the study of the theories, processes, and institutions of government both at home and abroad which cultivates the ability to conceptualize and to think critically. The undergraduate political science degree is appropriate training for law school, social science teaching, or work as a government official, party or civic leader, public affairs commentator, or staff member of a government research bureau. In addition, the private sector provides opportunities in areas such as banking, insurance, and marketing for B.A. graduates in the social sciences. Graduate study is also a natural extension of the undergraduate program. View more details on Lehigh University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Public Administration courses.