About Political Science
Political Science studies how societies govern themselves, how power is distributed and exercised, and how collective decisions are made. It encompasses the study of governments, political parties, voting behavior, international relations, and political theory.
The field combines normative questions (what should government do?) with empirical analysis (what do governments actually do and why?). Political scientists use historical analysis, case studies, surveys, experiments, and quantitative methods to understand political phenomena.
Subfields include American politics, comparative politics (comparing different systems), international relations, political theory, and public policy. Each offers different perspectives on political life.
Political science prepares students for careers in government, policy analysis, law, journalism, nonprofits, and business. Understanding politics is essential for citizenship and increasingly important as global challenges require political solutions.
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