⚖️Law & Government
Political Scientist
Analyzes politics, power and government systems
Studies political processes, power and systems of government in order to explain and forecast political events.
What they do
- ▹Analyzes domestic and foreign policy and the actions of parties and institutions
- ▹Prepares analytical briefs and forecasts for media or government agencies
- ▹Studies elections and public opinion
- ▹Teaches political science or conducts academic research
Skills you need
- ▹Deep knowledge of history, law and political theory
- ▹Analyzing large amounts of information to spot trends
- ▹Clear writing and confident public speaking for analysis and commentary
- ▹Objectivity and separating facts from opinions
- ▹Foreign languages for working with international sources
Focus on these subjects at school
HistoryCivics
Where they work
- ▹Think tanks and research institutes
- ▹Universities (teaching political science)
- ▹Ministry and parliament staff offices
- ▹Media outlets as a political commentator
Pros
- + In demand as an expert in media, think tanks and government
- + Interesting work at the crossroads of history, law and current events
Challenges
- − Pay isn't always high outside expert or international institutions
- − Politically sensitive topics require care in public statements
Programs that lead to this profession
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