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Knowledge will forever govern ignorance, and a people who mean to be their own governors must arm themselves with the power which knowledge gives. - James Madison
Political scientists analyze the legal, institutional, and behavioral aspects of political phenomena. At NSU, Political Science majors are taught the analytical techniques used to study political developments both within the United States and in the international arena.
Political Science majors at NSU are encouraged to capitalize on the availability of modern technological resources and to make the most of Internet resources. Research skills are enhanced by hands-on experience with Internet-based research, and analytical skills are honed through the use of both qualitative and computer-generated quantitative methods.
A degree in Political Science offers the student a broad array of career opportunities. Many students choose to use their undergraduate Political Science education as a springboard to law school or graduate studies. Students may also choose to apply their education in more explicitly "political" fields such as Public Administration, Political Consulting, and Campaign Management. Other careers for which the Political Science student is prepared include Public Relations, Civil Service (State and Federal), Foreign Service, and Secondary and Higher Education. However, Political Science is not a vocational degree. Rather, it is meant as a vehicle for the students' analytical and computer skills, both of which are highly valued in the general business community.
Degree requirements are subject to change, please see the appropriate University Catalog.