This option offers students an in-depth study of public law and the philosophies upon which our legal system is based. The option may be selected by students who want to pursue a career in law or to prepare for careers in government, politics and public offices within public and nonprofit organizations or the private sector.<br> The major in Political Science is designed for students who intend to work in politics, government and public policy, for students who are interested in pursuing a career in the law, or for students who are interested in pursuing an advanced degree in Political Science or other related fields in preparation for university-level teaching. Graduates of the program work in politics, government service, public policy, the nonprofit sector and in the private sector in a variety of fields. Beyond the substance of political science, students in the major hone their analytical reasoning and critical-thinking skills, their writing skills, their communication skills and their research skills. All of these are key characteristics sought after by employers in both the public and private sectors.