While basic and broad, a general degree in political science is able to provide versatility for future career possibilities, yet still provides a solid base in knowledge of political science. Required courses include American history, theories of political systems, global relations and chosen electives. Students can pursue many different careers with this degree including government service, public administration, and teaching; many students continue into more specific graduate programs. Most universities offer a general studies degree in political science.
A degree in public policy and law offers the foundation for those considering working in the government or continuing into law. This degree helps to combine the connection between law and public policy, which is helpful for students interested in public policy formulation and administration. Focus is based on developing practical skills in economics, political economy, bureaucracy, and quantitative methods. Students often continue in pursuit of a master's degree in public policy or continue on to law school.
Designed for those interested in global politics and public policy, an international affairs degree incorporates all aspects of international relations, including political, diplomatic, economic, military and environmental relations. This degree is ideal for those who are passionate about dealing with and resolving international conflict or who are interested in the delicate web of the international political economy.
By pursuing an ethics degree you will study the issues of human rights by examining theories of the law of moral good and how it would apply to practical and theoretical situations. This is a degree for someone interested in issues of human rights and global relations response, or for someone who is interested in pursuing law. An ethics degree would also be useful in many professional areas, which focus on ethics in relation to medicine and business.