Y'know, as true as this is there is a silver lining to all of it. Studying PoliSci you learn just how bad things are, but you also learn just how much potential there is for things to be great. One thing that I've learned, America has one of the best, most refined democracies on earth. The voters just don't know how much power they let slip from their hands when they refuse to vote or simply never inform themselves correctly when it comes time.
I graduated with a bachelors degree in Poli Sci about 5 years ago. I majored in this because I wanted to work a government job where I can help people. But I think everything comes in good time and I currently work as a Legal Administrator for the private sector. I would say I’m quite content with where I am, but of course I will always keep the future open for other opportunities. For anyone that worries about the future, I would say don’t give up and do what this guy says. Network and build on your hard and soft skills. Also, if life calls you somewhere else, be okay with that. At the end of the day, we all have one life to live. Good luck to all aspiring Political Science majors!! I’m cheering you on!
I have a B.A in Political Science and International Relations and my first internship was at an energy services regulatory authority. I loved it. I think this is a major that only proactive and interested people should go into because it does take a very active person to find good jobs and internships. Sometimes it feels very hard because the higher positions are VERY competitive, but this video actually gave me hope. Thank you so much Shane!
Hello, I am a freshman Political Science Major who wants to add on a second major, is International Relations a good choice is it too overlapping? Some of my other considerations was to double major in something like a foreign language (Like Arabic or French) or Philosophy. What do you think would choice? Just asking for a casual opinion. PS: I have got the internships and networking part figured out, dw about that.
@@lightscameras4166 that’s amazing that you have internships and networking figured out! If that’s so, any field you choose to major in will most likely work out for you, provided you put some effort into it. Having said this, I think international relations is an extremely interesting field and it teaches you to think in a systemic way about world issues that most people can’t fully grasp. If you would like to explore power struggles between states, study about the Cold War and about international institutions, you should definitely go for it! It overlaps perfectly with political science, in fact, it is a prominent branch of political science!
i also did politicla sicnece learned hte six un languages did m ymasters in Intenrational human rights law iN Queens Univeristy belfast landed my joib a the Intenrational Criminal Court and started up my own NGo married abeautiful Malawian model I think it urned out just fine even learned Afrikaans xhosa and ZUlu to travel to soUht africa
I'm a polsc major with a minor degree in philosophy, and my god this subject has been my passion my entire life, but it's also lots and lots of research works, books - just for a single topic you'll have to go through atleast 4-7 diff materials. It's a lot alot of hardwork - I feel like Political Science students are really underrated 😭😭
honestly, this is why i lowkey don't like being a polisci student because so many of my classes in the polisci section has to do with so much reading and so many papers to write (Which obviously is good because it forces you to actually know the material). But sometimes, I just wish i could have a multiple choice question test but like the only class that is in the social and behavioral section that did that was a history class :( Like i remember wanting to maybe become a graduate to study law but after i learned that it was going to be so much more reading, i changed my mind. but like the topics and classes are soooo good and intellectually challenging and interesting. Like one of my classes i am taking right now is about postmodern political science and the professor is talking and reading about Nietzche and Heidderberger (it honestly feels more philosophy than political but its chill)
i love researching about politics be it geopolitics, economic politics, government systems, and so on. im also very good at constructing detailed research papers/analysis so i believe poli sci is the right major for me. i would like to eventually get into a position where i conduct research and contribute to building better relations between my country and others
I'm studying political science and international law at University. I would say that in pol sci you can't just focus on very specific future jobs (because you don't get that "job title") but it's perfect for collecting (soft)skills and qualifications that can be applied to many different fields. There are opportunities outside of politics and government so there are more internship and work opportunities than one might think. I would reccomend a pol sci degree if you are really interested in the subject and you yourself are a very driven person. It is definitely not one of those "I don't know what to do with my life, I just want a job in the future"-type of degrees. (Also to keep in mind is that I'm not from the US and I don't pay for my higher education, I don't have to factor in the cost of the degree vs what my paycheck is going to be, so that may affect my judgement )
Thanks for sharing THIS! One year left before I graduate in PolSci major. I can't help but overthink most of the time. And you just provided me the relief I needed most
Moi, näin sun kommentin että oot Suomesta niin mulla on joitain kysymyksiä jos ei haittaa! Oon ite nyt lukiossa toista vuotta mutta mua kiinnostaa tää tutkinto paljon, onko siinä millanen työllistyminen etenkin Suomessa ja muutenkin onko sun mielestä wörttiä opiskella sitä? Mua kiinnostaa eniten Venäjän sisäiset tapahtumat ja haluisin tutkia niitä tulevaisuudessa mahdollisesti ammattina, käyttekö te tätä aihetta paljonkin läpi vai onko se pintapuolista, ja voiko siellä erikoistua johonkin tiettyyn aihealueeseen? (Also I just realized that you might not be a Finnish speaker, I'm very sorry if that's the case and I'll write the same thing in English then😂😭)
Got my Bachelors in Poli Sci from Syracuse back in 2011 and if I could do it over I would have done something much more practical. It’s a very useful degree in the sense that you’re going to be much more intelligent on our politics and I think that is very important, but the job prospects were slim pickings and the career growth and earnings potential was and remains bad when compared to many many other degrees. I ended up working at a lumber yard for 2 years after graduating and the most important use I got out of the degree was having the upper hand in political discussions and arguments with my co-workers during the workday. Which is fun but doesn’t make you much money. Ended up going back to school and got a 2 year Masters degree in Accounting because I wanted a career and not a job and don’t regret it. The amount of job opportunities was staggering high compared to political science. Worked with EY for 4 years and now work from home for Goldman Sachs making twice as much. Yes, the job is boring but it pays well and is flexible. Plus I can still win political arguments when I’m drunk with my friends on the weekend.
I'm concerned that I don't have the money to go back...my BA is PSC was poorly advised...wanted to do Foreign Policy work on the East Coast and Covid killed it
Would you advise me to do it? I would also not mind to do something like engineering as I like problem solving and the career opportunities would be better, however I also enjoy politics and philosophy but the careers are more limited
A few hours ago I was crying trying to finish one of my last midterm subjects for my political science undergrad, and now I got this on my recommendation :)
@@musaedalfareh2117 nah it’s o.k, it definitely matters how you write and essay but it you’re naturally pretty good at it than you sure to be well off tbh
I always tell people to take a few political science courses during their college years to have a more understanding of not only government but world events that have an effect on us. Your mind will open (If you allow it) to understand how the countries have an influence on us but also on them.
It's a coincidence that youtube recommended this to me since I'm currently studying in college with this course (2nd year btw). Much love from Philippines! More please!
@@joshheraldcalmada7266 Hello! first of all, relax! :) good things will happen to you and there's is a huge amount of stress that you'll encounter for four years but if you'll work well, I don't think that there'll be a problem.😄 If you love reading novels or other materials, I suggest you start practicing how to read for long period of time, even if it's not a law/political book in general, it will help boost your skills. Another thing is, practicing your English skill matters, it's mostly used in this field especially when you encounter your Criminal Law subject later on, I'm currently taking this subject as a sophomore and Idk if you'll already have this at your first year or the following year levels that will come (It's our finals week with that subject btw. I'm entering my 3rd year - Junior year after our vacation.). Prepare yourself for a bunch of researches and other paper works that will come along your way. Prepare your mind, body, and heart to take this course because you'll experience a roller coaster ride especially it's a part of studying online, things will be good if you believe in yourself. Lastly, pray to God. Ask for his guidance all throughout. You'll strive, better than you think. ☺
I changed majors from political science near the end of my political science degree to math because I was getting more and more depressed feeling that the more I learned about politics the more powerless I felt and that everything was doom and gloom, after studying math I feel extremely empowered and at least I enjoy my corner of the world and make things better however I can. I’ve been thinking about finishing the political science degree because I’m only missing four courses and I no longer feel like things are hopeless. I felt like writing this after seeing the satisfaction part of the video, so in my opinion, the level of maturity a person has when choosing a degree matters significantly.
I have a BA and an MA in Political Science and Economics and although job prospects may seem hopeless, the analytical skills gained from such degrees definitively does help you in the long run. Main thing is a positive attitude and resilience, that’s the main thing employers are looking for.
Would you say you love what you do and make decent amount of money ? And recommend both political science and economics as being useful to each other? Sorry I’m stating my major next month! Just wanted some advice, thank you!
@@johnappleseed8146 Hey, I work as an Economic Development Officer for Local Government. Very good wage for someone in their early twenties, plenty of opportunities ahead, pretty sure I got the job on the basis of my MA in Econ as it is a lot of behavioural economics and cost/price analysis. Can't complain.
These numbers were honestly better than I thought they were gonna be so I'm pleasantly surprised. I'm in my Junior year of getting a Political Science degree, and I have some other ideas for jobs than the ones he listed. He had great advise when he said to network. It's infinitely more difficult to get a job in this field if you're just going door to door asking if anyone's hiring. Getting to know people, and making it known that you're a professional looking for work is the fasted and easiest way to get a job in this field.
As you mentioned near the end of the video, internships and networking are a huge part of getting a degree like political science. I did my undergrad in political science and am graduating with a master's in public administration this summer. During my ~6 years in school, I've done at least one internship every year with local campaigns, the state legislature, nonprofits, etc. As with many other fields, developing marketable skills and finding out what types of organizations in your area want those skills is extremely important. Great and thorough video!
@@alanisyrangulo That depends on what you want to do! If you want to study diplomacy then probably International Relations with a focus on Poli Sci, if you want to be a diplomat than probably IR with Public Admin focus
@@michaeldillman1660 sadly international relations is not offered in the university i’m going to :( but thank you for answering! will definitely take this into consideration 😊
I'm planning to shift programs from Accountancy to Political Science next semester after I realize my true passion. I was also thinking of taking Public administration for grad school to pursue a career in Politics. Hopefully, I can learn more from your experiences
@@cgcruz3296 That's awesome!!! Good luck! My advice is to 1. learn data skills like coding with R, statistics, etc sooner rather than later. 2. Try to find as many internships/volunteer opportunities as you can. Connections and experience are extremely valuable in the political world and will get you opportunities.
I have a BA in political science and currently working as an underwriter. The degree helps you get your foot in the door. In my current position it’s quite analytical and fair share of legal system in terms of filing UCC and contracts. I work in the finance sector and some might think I’m not working in a typical Job one would assume for one having a political science degree. At the end it’s how your able to network and the skills you gain along the way. It’s differently possible to branch out and take advantage of the degree and grow your skills.
@@aleksslopanovs It was rated 7.75 and career prospects were positive how was it a no. The video also disregarded the fact that most enter law school or MBA programs (using poli Sci and experience as foundation) to go into legal and business careers potentially making 200k to 10mil in Biglaw
@@khangtrannguyen8251 I just think that politic science doesn't qualify you for anything . In my country Italy only people who study informatics ,medicine and engineering find work right after the degree .
@@aleksslopanovs OK but most people that get a Political Science degree aren't gonna stop with that degree, they're most likely going to pursue graduate studies. It's a useful degree for law school, and the stats prove it.
I graduate in may with my PoliSci degree. GETTING A JOB OR INTERNSHIPS ARE HARD! but possible haha I have no regrets but I wish I would've thought about that in advance.
Trying going back to school for another degree. A masters in economics or finance would supplement your political degree beautifully plus you’ll have a higher salary and an abundance of job opportunities.
@@SelfImprovement1111 is digital marketing master's degree worth it for nowadays era? I'm currently pol sci student and very interested in digital marketing
@@oscarhutahaean yeah it’s worth it. You can work for a few years as a marketer and then rank up to marketing director. Big corporations love digital stuff because they make billions online. Internet definitely a powerful tool. Another degree that could lead you through the same path is digital economics. But that’s rare to find. Economics usually lands a high paying job. In the end the degree will teach skills which you have to sell to the company. Once you get the job then you have to learn how to work in that job. Definitely a good idea though.
@@SelfImprovement1111 Finance maybe, economics majors have pretty poor job prospects compared to most majors. Unless you plan to get a PhD in it to become an economist, it's not the best route.
@@michaeldillman1660 engineering majors don’t pay well in the U.K. you start out earning average wage and then get paid 50k a year. Economist can earn 40k on the first year and average 70k to 100k throughout a lifetime. Plus you become a ceo, director, banker or start on your business with economics or even go into poltics. The economics majors have more job prospects I disagree with you.
I have an AA in behavioral science and will have my BA in public admin by the end of this year. It is still in the realm of political science but is versatile because it is often combined with business major positions. Not too worried about finding a job since I already have experience. It has taken me 11 years to finish school! Between kids, work, and school, I am just happy to be done and finally accomplish what I set out to do over a decade ago.
I graduated from college with a BA in Political Science and International Studies, and I'm now doing PhD in Political Science. I know a fair amount of people from both academic and practitioner worlds. One thing I can say is that you absolutely do not NEED a political science degree to get into politics, especially running for offices. However, getting a political science degree does give you a head way in having a good understanding of what politics is. Political science is very theory-based, that means that no matter what you do, you will likely encounter the necessity to studying political theories and various categories of school of thoughts. For some, that might be something to keep in mind if reading books and writing long essays aren't your cup of tea. I have always geared my studies and internship towards academia, and my goal is to become a professor/researcher. So I am used to the theoretical rigor of political science. It depends on what you want to do eventually with your life. Social sciences are generally fun and full of opportunities, and job opportunities are definitely out there. Good luck!
I got my BA in PoliSci with an emphasis in philosophy and I graduated with a great GPA. It has been absolutely worth it for my career field (Federal)- it gave me the skills to absorb enormous amounts of information and the knowledge to understand what I was consuming. Very few education paths will give you insight into foreign government structures and international affairs the way PoliSci does. Not to mention the way it structures your thinking for objective analysis. As far as difficulty? Toward the end of my undergrad I would make the joke that I was going to unlearn how to read and write so I never had to do it again. But then I got an MPA lol. It isn’t the most lucrative degree path right away, but if you have the drive and choose your career path wisely it will definitely pay off. Uncle Sam paid for both my BA and graduate degree so I have the advantage of zero student debt.
Dropped out my final semester while interning in D.C. and have had an unsteady career in campaigns ever since that has included winning Senate, Gubernatorial and Presidential campaigns. In all honesty, the person you are matters more than just about anything else. To quote the only smart guy on Pod Save America: "In Washington or in campaigns, where you went to school, who you know, who your parents are, who they gave money to may get you in the door. But once you're in the door, none of that matters anymore. The person who works hardest and smartest succeeds, and there's no better example of that than David Plouffe, ... who got into politics without ever having graduated from college and ended up managing a successful presidential election in 2008. ... [O]n a campaign, in particular, this works the best: Get to work before your boss and leave work after your boss, [and] you're going to have a real shot at making it far."
@@upstateNYfinest Thats not true. Majors such as history, criminal justice, and political science are some of the primary and more common majors for those trying to get into law school.
@@upstateNYfinest My grandfather, father, and brother are all lawyers. Trust me, not many lawyers work on law related in any way to biology. Tht would be an extremely rare niche that maybe some elite law schools would try to fill a spot or two for but that's it. The vast majority of spots in law schools go to polisci, criminal justice, english majors because those fields are closely related and relevant to most of the work in the legal and governmental fields.
I am currently studying PolSci and IR and I am a little afraid of post-grad time 😂 I live in Turkey and the jobs are here as a Political Scientist very little. I was aware of that situation before studying but I regret it sometimes even though I love my major. But thanks for the video, it was very informative 😊
@@naregkeusseyan8996 If you want to criticize Erdoğan, go for it. More than half of the country including me does not like him anyways but it seems like you are being racist towards Turks and in this case towards me with a comment that has nothing to do with the subject. Hope you'll find the peace in yourself and won't spread hate to other people.
@@yasovski I wasn't racist and I never meant to be racist. Of course this doesn't apply to all turks since there are some who like Armenians. Just commented my thought without meaning to hurt anyone
@@naregkeusseyan8996 so you just casually comment something political which is irrevelant to the subject of my comment and to the video. Because of the fact that I am Turkish (but apparently this has nothing to do with where I’m from)? And yet you are saying you are not racist. Okay then, my bad
At my school, Poly Sci was called Government. Doing well in my classes required a lot of reading and writing. IMHO, studying politics is about studying power. You have to become a student of human beings and the way they manage power. In every industry I have been involved, observing power among the cast of characters involved an understanding of how power is managed and shared. I found my social science degree to be a strong background for entry level work in a number of areas. Thanks for reading.
Decided to watch this video out of curiosity and I have a few things I’d like to say. Firstly I’m a poly sci major graduating next semester and I already have a pretty good idea of what I want to do. Second, I’ve done a lot of research on this and found that options are pretty limited when it comes to bachelors degrees. If you’re considering working in something poly sci related, go to grad school. A masters in poly sci plus some good experience in the field will increase your odds of landing a good job in the field. As with everything else, networking is important. I currently have and had professors who worked many years in the field (government, world bank, UN, etc). The two most important skills you will learn in poly sci is how to read and how to write. Although the lower level classes are generally pretty easy and not super work intensive (100 and 200 level classes), the more advanced classes (300 level classes and 4 credit classes) are SUPER work intensive. You’re gonna be tasked with reading hundreds of pages of material per class per week (might be different for different colleges) and have a lot of papers to write. One of my classes for instance requires 100-200 pages of reading every week, a 2 page writing assignment on that reading, multiple in class presentations, an 8 page paper on current events and a 20 page research paper. This class, like a couple others that I have had in the past, do not have midterm or final examinations. Instead, the bulk of the class is just reading and writing. If you’re someone who can handle sitting for hours on a regular basis doing the required reading for a specific class and writing multiple long papers every semester, then this major is perfect. At the very least, you can definitely get a job in the private sector, maybe as a research or communications specialist. But if you’re looking for a big job with a competitive salary, you need to go to grad school
Thank you so much! Also what would you recommend to a woman that wants to have a baby end of 20s beginning 30s... Are jobs after a Pol Sci degree super competitive and once you're out your career is practically dead? Or is it possible to unite having a family and a job in the fields you mentioned. I really don't want to spend my whole life hustling...
I am studying political science and I would like to mention that you have missed many career options, that a graduate of this field might follow. Specifically, a political scientist can work for the media (political journalism and analysis) or become a diplomat and a specialist in intenational relations. Also there are many other options for someone who chose to study political science, like the field of bureaucracy or even work in private sector as communication specialist or in the department of human resources, after post graduate studies.
@@AnImperialGod it depends on the examination system of each country. For example in Greece, this examination is the most difficult in the public sector. The candidate needs to speak 2 foreign languages fluently, study diplomatic history since 1815 (the fall of Napoleon) and has a deep knowledge of international law (both public and private). Furthermore, there are many other subjects in this examination , but these are the most important, in which the majority of the candidates fail.
@@ΑρηςΑθυρος I am also Greek, If you have the time I would also like to ask a couple of questions: 1. Do you have any available scholarships at your university? 2. Can you go into law school (masters) with a poli science undergraduate? 3. Are there opportunities for internships? 4. Is your university populated by respectable and intelligent students or social justice warriors? ( Your personal experience). I wrote in English to keep this discussion available to other viewers, thanks for your time!
I'm an an undergraduate student of PolSci from Europe and at least where I live this degree can ALSO lead to jobs in Media, Lobbying Firms, Research Centres and the such. The pay is good in my country and most importantly it's something that can give you many streams of income. I know people who have their regular job, they work with a research centre they publish articles and books and partake in scientific conferences all at the same time.
Another thing to add is that typically people with PolSci degree instead of going for a Masters they join the police or the military and they use their first degree to climb the ranks faster or even get positions as military consultants in some embassy.
I graduated with BA in Poly Sci back in the 80s. Back then such a degree was worthless. The world was a different place back then. Based on your video it looks like things may have improved - that is a good thing. Long story short I now make 6 figures working in technology related governance and compliance. Little to do with my BA degree but that is OK. I for one, count my blessings.
Could you detail the specific skills or circumstances that helped you rise to that level of success? Also, if it's possible, your country of origin (some countries are superior in prosperity to others)
@@myronkalaitzakis6167 I am an American living and educated here in the US. I was in the right and place at the right time during the tech boom of the 90s and with devine intervention was able to turn my career life down a successful path.
I think I have an important thing to note about a Poli Sci degree-- It’s mostly about how much effort you put into it I have am earning a Poli Sci Degree (as well as an intl. studies and German degree) and I find that the majority of the people who don’t get a job after college never perused more than 1 internship. This is mostly because a lot of students frown at the idea of working for free over a summer. I think getting that work experience during college is the key to a successful Poli Sci degree. A lot of people who go into Poli Sci also try going into law-- from the little I know, I think law schools are a bit oversaturated because so many people go there just for the money
@@matthew-qu2mn Sure, it’s a very rewarding career path if you like politics. Though I’ve found it draining at times, I find myself surrounded by very intelligent people. My #1 advice is to be proactive, start looking at internships and career paths right when College begins. I didn’t exactly get my dream college career path but my advice now goes like this: Year 1: Study, do an internship (maybe a congressional office in your district) or Study Abroad (I would’ve went to Austria if not for COVID) Year 2: Continue looking for internships/Study abroad. Meanwhile, look into something like coding in R. MOST jobs now look for coding in excel or R so I recommend learning that regardless if you’re going to be doing data science or not Summer = Look for another internship/improve upon it The rest of the years is the same as 2. Just look for internships and keep studying hard! Then apply for jobs/grad school in year 4. PhDs are “free” (no tuition, but it’s a 5-10 years of work for less than 20k a year, but later it pays off because the college will help you into a job. It’s what you make of it, so just have fun with it. Just make sure to have your eyes on good internships early on. And make connections, that’s important as hell in this industry
@@oscarhutahaean I don't think any education is a waste. I chose public admin (similar to poli sci) and wouldn't take back the education I have. I have worked in government so I'd say it can be useful in many areas. It is all how you portray yourself, not always the degree you choose.
These worth it videos and ranking videos are my favorite. Can you please do “is healthcare management/ healthcare administration/ health information management worth it”?
Big differences exist between academic political science using statistically valid polling data and peer-reviewed journal articles and the rough-and-tumble practical world of nuanced public communications and strategic argumentation with goals related to influencing public perceptions and decisions. A degree often implies the former, whereas personal interest may urge toward the latter. Earning money via political science requires more personal motivation than many other jobs because politics is competitive, argumentative, and many other energy-absorbing descriptors. For the best suited, it is also fun.
Take subjects on the basis of your interest, there are many other money making ways you're not going to starve. So, take care of your interest don't run after money, money is important but it's not life. If you live money and wanna live your life talking about money everytime then you can surely pursue a money making degree. But, remember making money is a different process.
If you're considering a Political Science degree: I am doing my second degree in political science at one of the top universities in the field, and I think this video looks at it from the wrong perspective - even though money is a factor, it should not determine what you choose to study. Pick a degree you‘re interested in - you'll then be good at it and have it easier to find a job than the average. What the video should have looked at is what you'd actually study, what skills you develop, and what jobs you can do (sorry, but fundraising manager is something you don't need a political science degree for). - If you're interested in the degree - look at what political science actually means. Most of what we study is not politics or what is happening in the world, but rather the mechanisms in the background - how/what people think and why, how political systems work and interact, what may be the effects of some political variables on others,... - Be ready to learn and write a lot of code - political science is an actual science where you need to do a lot of empirical analysis and spend a lot of time by the computer and reading research papers. * Some skills you'll develop are analytical and research skills (data analysis; searching for information and evidence), critical reading and looking for biases in arguments, and writing (you'll write a lot). - Politics is an extremely broad field, with some people studying the theory (ideology, discourse, theories, ...), others international relations (war, conflict, cooperation, ...), some study political behaviour (public opinion, behaviour, ...), some focus on political economy (distribution of resources, interaction between politics and economics, ...) and others study political institutions (policies, electoral systems, political structure, ...). The job offers differ by what you focus on. For example, I do a lot of empirical, quantitative data analysis in the area of political behaviour (with a bit of each of the other areas, too). I can: write statistical code in multiple programming languages, analyse data and present it (creating graphs etc.), critically read text and pick the important information, write my own papers. If you think of it in terms of skills, the applicability is endless and basically any company or bigger organisation needs someone who studied this.
I’ve got a B.S. and Master’s in Political Science and am currently working on my PhD and I would strongly suggest to current or potential PoliSci undergrads to *not be intimidated by math* For one, the math required in PoliSci isn’t something as rigorous as you might expect. You should generally pursue intermediate to advanced statistics (I’d argue this is the most intuitive form of math for social science majors) along with learning programs such as STATA, R, and Python. Statistical modeling is a huge skill to pick up along with knowing the programs mentioned above. All of this sounds incredibly intimidating, but I would suggest pursuing a graduate degree in a program that stresses quantitative research. These skills are incredibly marketable and open up numerous high paying jobs for you. You will honestly struggle heavily finding a job without a statistics/data science background
Thank you so much! I've been wanting to get a PhD in Political Science, and will begin my journey starting next year. I'm taking a course to plan my classes for this specific major, but the thing I've been stuck on is what kind of math I'll be needing to open up those high-paying jobs you've mentioned. I'm not great at math one bit (yet), but there's always room for me to improve, so why not? Is there anything else you recommend for new students starting out?
I’ve really been wanting to get a poli degree cause I’m not quite sure how to get into government in general. I have a basic understanding but the main reason I want to get into poli is so I can better help my community and state as best I can.
I have a PoliSci degree from UT Arlington and I’ve volunteered with a ngo from 2013 until March 31, 2020 as an assistant educator for ESL & Naturalization.
I'm gonna be completely honest with you. Speaking from my experience, Political Science Degree is only worth it IF you go and get a master's degree in; Public Relations, Law, Political Science, or another Social Science. Otherwise, it would be harder to find a good pay job. However, if you are like politics and enjoy helping your community you will be satisfied with your decision. If you don't really like politics, I won't recommend it. Remember you can also run for an office sit in your local or state government.
Hey! I have graduated with bachelor’s degree in Political Science and also I am applying master programme in Political Science. In Turkey, there is few work opportunities as political scientist. Therefore, most of young people that have bachelor’s degree in PolSci changes their career path and becomes private sector workers even not related in this area. The second option is academic career. However, there is not a certain paid job in master’s degree.
Funny because I'm already on my third year in college and I'm changing major from engineering to political science in the upcoming semester. Just the right video to watch right now.
I don’t think most Poli Sci majors plan to stop after undergrad. Most of my classmates have all expressed the desire to go for a masters or higher. I myself am planning to go to Law School and get a JD.
Political science graduate here - if you wish to become a political scientist it’s well worth doing a political science masters degree or an alternate like data science (or take a maths related major and then do political science in grad school) - they don’t call it political science for nothing!
Think tanks and International Organizations are also a big target for me alongside journalism. And the glue to hold all this together is internships. My college has something called “Bridging Career Programs” where doing 2-3 internships is requires in order to network and gain experience. I am planning to apply to one of these Career Programs. Best of luck to you too!
@@lightscameras4166 Thank you and fingers crossed! Internships are so important in this field, I'll start one next month. In German universities, we often have practical semesters in order to gain such experiences
yes and once you get to the end of the degree, you are well aware of what skills you have and where you can use them. As a senior in public admin, I've been taught where many of the jobs are (places that outside majors may not consider).
The reason people in polisci don’t have good opinions on their ability to make the world a better place is because you are specifically taught that you won’t be able to do that because the world works like it does for a reason. Even the most awful parts of the systems we see has their macabre logic.
Dutch bachelor student op pol sc here (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam). Im currently doing my thesis and finishing in June. After this I am considering a research master.
Where was this 4years ago because I am in too deep now I am doing my masters in political science. Though it is not easy at times, if this degree is what you want than it is an interesting subject.
Good to see and I know already that business is on top for demand. I'm currently doing undergrad in business and just thinking about a masters in political science.
To all the students trying to complete their IGETC, don't enroll in Poli Sci unless you love, LOVE, *LOVE* politics. It's the most boring thing I've ever experienced.
I DISAGREE. I think the stats you gave are for America I may be wrong. I'm currently undertaking a Political Science degree in Sydney Australia, my ex took it as we have what's called a government graduate program, where once you graduate uni if your application is successful into the graduate program(they take 5000 people annually to join the govt force - so many projects our govt have & they need man power), anyway, for 3 trimesters(terms) each term you rotate into a diff part of govt projects, after the 3, if you still like it they offer you a job into state govt at the end of your govt graduate program completion. She chose the dept of education using her social research & critical analysis skills for program development & implementation, salary starting at 80K for a level 1, there are levels 1 to 6, she's now at level 3 looking $120K and that was only 4 years ago. So again it depends on country guys! Do what God is calling you to do, study that degree you're called to. Jesus will meet you just have faith and believe. If you don't like Jesus well too bad you're on your own. I forgot to say I'm Aussie.
I majored in Political Science back in the 80s and was able to land a few offers back then. I did not get many, but a few. There were M.I.T. Jobs. (Manager in Training.) Or Manager trainee in retail, banking and other businesses back in those days. A bank or business would hire you and train you to be a buyer, inside sales and what have you. ... One of the profs I had said that a good move to make as a Political Science major was to go get a master's in urban planning or Regional Planning or get a MPA. Masters in Public Administration. You will always have a job. He was right. Man, I wished he had said that 10 more times for it to have sunk in. I wished I had done that. Many government agencies hire people with that background. Real Estate agencies hire them. Companies hire them. Banks hire them. All kinds of state and federal agencies hire them. A master's in urban and regional planning is excellent addition to a Poli Sci degree. You will always have a job.
i AM really interested in politics but i don’t wanna work in the government or sth. i wanna become a foreign journalist. i read that lots of journalists studied political science... is it true or what should i study for becoming a journalist?
Yea it is definitely true. You can get good opportunities in the journalist industry as a politics graduate, but politics school won't teach you how to write you will need to do that yourself. So in addition of the degree you will need writing skills and other skills needed to be a journalist also being enrolled in internships will increase your chances
Is Political Science useful in the Military ? Because here in the Philippines finding a job is hard and military jobs is mostly everybody's last hope when they graduate college
I'm in my 3rd semester and I'm starting to regret it. I chose it, because I was interested and I was under time pressure, but I'm not the type of person to have a career. I am not driven and confident and well spoken and I do not want to have a career in that direction anyway. I'm the "working in the background" kind of person. I will most likely end up in a job that has nothing to do with my major or only slightly. My dream is to be a stay-at-home-mom one day and invest my time in my family. That has always been my top priority, never wanted a career. But feminism and society expects that from you. If I knew I'd meet my future fiancé at the beginning of my studies, I would have picked smth more "useful" to learn skills. But you can never know in advance. So if you're reading this and are unsure about your major, choose smth you actually want and see yourself in and don't rush because it is expected from you to study something.
wouldn't you still learn useful things to understand the world around you better even if you didn't complete your studies? (purely talking about pol.sc.)
@@Daisyhatingugolyee Hi, yes! Actually my third semester turned out to be my favorite semester so far and I'm going to continue my studies. I'm a person who gets very anxious and insecure quickly so I'm more prone to giving up or thinking everything is bad. That was when I wrote that comment. I learned some cool and interesting stuff in my studies that I could apply in every day life so it's definitely not a waste. But I also study in Europe so the costs are not nearly as high as in the US. There I would have never chose a subjects "just to see how it goes". I'm going to continue and see where life takes me :)
I hate hearing those Starbucks barista stories. Do you really think he was working at that Starbucks forever? Sometimes it's just like that for a little bit. Has nothing to do with his degree.
I’m thinking of transferring from Economics (because I’m really struggling too, political science however now hearing how little job opportunities there are I’m becoming hesitant
Honestly we re on the same boat .i went to económica,but realize i suck at accounting,and now Im considering going to this just because i like the history leaders and their política.i also like to write argumentative answers but idk if its worth it tho
@@jeonieee7 you can lay the foundation in political science, intern a bit and later advance to a master in a field, that you think might work for you. take political science as the first step, but not as the end goal. politicians almost never studied that but they of course GET it. so it's worth to know this stuff in any field.
This is my last semester in political science and I'm freaking out I have no idea what to do next. It's sounds like a wOrst decision of my life I left Pschology for politics.
Look up the article "Do You Want Fries With That?" These numbers are pretty high. Most political science majors make quite a bit less. The score is a bit high as well.
The reason the job satisfaction goes down instead of up is because as you begin to understand politics better, you start to realize how hard it is to better the world politically. You also realize how stupid people are.
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Thank you for this video. I am planning on earning my degree in Poli sci while also taking first year law school classes. I believe I can do this at suffolk.
It s an exellent vidéo, perfect for teenagers like me who still hésitate beetween political science and science degree. I also just want to know in which sites do you find all this datas.
My wife have a political science degree and she makes slightly over 100k a year. The thing is that she doesn't work with anything related with politics. Although, she learn pretty good skills on leadership and communications and she uses them to manage online marketing accounts.
if her job isn't related to politics then what is her job if u don't mind me asking? bcz I want to know what possible career paths does poli sci open doors to?
Pretty informative. I'm a graduate of political sciences from Greece and I regret I didn't roll myself in a make up trade school earlier because there aren't any related jobs in Greece, unless you're networked with corrupted politicians.
@@georgesag6177 ΑΠΘ (o Foxloop είμαι). Και δεν είναι καλή σχολή. Ενώ στο πανεπιστήμιο των διεθνών σχέσεων στην Κόρινθο τους μαθαίνουν μέχρι και μικρο και μακροοικονομία και άλλα πρακτικά μαθήματα, σε μας μόνο κάτι χαζοθεωρητικά και λίγο πολύ λίγο στατιστική κάναμε. Και ...γενικά το πανεπιστήμιο συνειδητοποίησα δεν είναι μονόδρομος για να βρεις καριέρα. Υπάρχουν τα ΙΕΚ, υπάρχουν σεμινάρια/εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα όπως φορτηγατζίδων ή ανθρώπινοι πόροι...μακάρι να τα ήξερα νωρίτερα. Βέβαια δεν είναι όλα για μένα, γιατί η καριέρα και οι υποχρεώσεις θα πρέπει να βρίσκονται σε συνάρτηση με τις αντοχές και συνήθειες μου. Για παράδειγμα, δεν μου αρέσει το διάβασμα στις ελεύθερες μου ώρες, αλλά ωραία η έρευνα μέχρι ένα επίπεδο. Επίσης δεν μπορώ την μεγάλη πίεση ή τις πολλές ώρες στον δρόμο, άρα δεν είναι η δουλειά του φορτηγατζή ή του μάγειρα για μένα. Κάτι άλλο. Απλά...αυτό, είναι θέμα αυτοσυνείδησης.
I’m taking political science but I want to major in pre law I’m only taking it because I’m doing community college for 2 years and they don’t have pre law and i want to become a criminal defense attorney is it a good idea to do this
I want to be a Lawyer so I want to take Political Science as my Pre-Grad course to enter Law school and Why is this in my recommend btw? Thank you for showing me this tho
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Hard work and dedication is not measured by a degree., Regardless of what the subjects/situations/circumstances… ***the positive part of this battle is gain of knowledge, open opportunities, connections, and the list can go on, so keep working, creat ideas, build a legacy 💯
I'm yet to choose a program to read in tertiary. I then finalized on political science and fortunately for me, this popped up on my recommendation Wewww!
Hey Shane, im a fresher of political science in Nigeria but i don't know if it's a good course to study. Do you think i should just forfeit it pr go for it. Bcos in Nigeria, i don't think there are any job opportunities and it's really hard to get a job
I'm in my last year of undergrad and my school program is called Politics, Economics, and Law and i have no idea what I want to pursue in grad school. I honestly thought i would have figured out a path by now. Im considering adult education and becoming an exonomics professor or something.
You don't need a masters degree to be successful in Political Science. I'm at Sacramento State and we had an alumni speaker (International Relations BA) use her 2 years in the Peace Corps to get preferential hiring to the State Department as a Foreign Service Officer. And for Veterans like me, there is Veterans Preference that allows you to go straight for the job you want. The opportunities are endless if you are willing to relocate.
Great video thanks, I am thinking to study political science just to be good talkative (very smart and aware) when interacting with people, because that’s how most politicians are, i don’t need to get a job in politics or something like that bcz i am in business so i just wanted to study politics in hope it’ll help me in future, can i have your opinion please?
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Poli Sci literally teaches you that no matter how bad you thought our system was, its WAY worse than you could have thought.
Y'know, as true as this is there is a silver lining to all of it. Studying PoliSci you learn just how bad things are, but you also learn just how much potential there is for things to be great. One thing that I've learned, America has one of the best, most refined democracies on earth. The voters just don't know how much power they let slip from their hands when they refuse to vote or simply never inform themselves correctly when it comes time.
Clearly this is not your field.
My friend is a hs civics teacher. His first lesson is "How the government is SUPPOSED to work."
@@jeffreyspangler9617
Civics is not Political Science anymore than basic math is theoretical physics. We don't teach Civics in our university system.
Lol North Korea...hold my beer.
I graduated with a bachelors degree in Poli Sci about 5 years ago. I majored in this because I wanted to work a government job where I can help people. But I think everything comes in good time and I currently work as a Legal Administrator for the private sector. I would say I’m quite content with where I am, but of course I will always keep the future open for other opportunities. For anyone that worries about the future, I would say don’t give up and do what this guy says. Network and build on your hard and soft skills. Also, if life calls you somewhere else, be okay with that. At the end of the day, we all have one life to live. Good luck to all aspiring Political Science majors!! I’m cheering you on!
Thanks for sparing your time to watch and give your thoughts on this. Cheers!
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Which major?
I have a B.A in Political Science and International Relations and my first internship was at an energy services regulatory authority. I loved it. I think this is a major that only proactive and interested people should go into because it does take a very active person to find good jobs and internships. Sometimes it feels very hard because the higher positions are VERY competitive, but this video actually gave me hope. Thank you so much Shane!
Hello, I am a freshman Political Science Major who wants to add on a second major, is International Relations a good choice is it too overlapping?
Some of my other considerations was to double major in something like a foreign language (Like Arabic or French) or Philosophy.
What do you think would choice? Just asking for a casual opinion.
PS: I have got the internships and networking part figured out, dw about that.
I study political Sciene too and want to do a master in international relations
@@lightscameras4166 that’s amazing that you have internships and networking figured out! If that’s so, any field you choose to major in will most likely work out for you, provided you put some effort into it. Having said this, I think international relations is an extremely interesting field and it teaches you to think in a systemic way about world issues that most people can’t fully grasp. If you would like to explore power struggles between states, study about the Cold War and about international institutions, you should definitely go for it! It overlaps perfectly with political science, in fact, it is a prominent branch of political science!
I’m double majoring in the same thing and I love it!
i also did politicla sicnece learned hte six un languages did m ymasters in Intenrational human rights law iN Queens Univeristy belfast landed my joib a the Intenrational Criminal Court and started up my own NGo married abeautiful Malawian model I think it urned out just fine even learned Afrikaans xhosa and ZUlu to travel to soUht africa
I'm a polsc major with a minor degree in philosophy, and my god this subject has been my passion my entire life, but it's also lots and lots of research works, books - just for a single topic you'll have to go through atleast 4-7 diff materials. It's a lot alot of hardwork - I feel like Political Science students are really underrated 😭😭
You’re definitely underrated (I used to be one). You’ll probably be unemployed or if not underpaid though unfortunately.
@@gdo3510 Touché...
honestly, this is why i lowkey don't like being a polisci student because so many of my classes in the polisci section has to do with so much reading and so many papers to write (Which obviously is good because it forces you to actually know the material).
But sometimes, I just wish i could have a multiple choice question test but like the only class that is in the social and behavioral section that did that was a history class :( Like i remember wanting to maybe become a graduate to study law but after i learned that it was going to be so much more reading, i changed my mind.
but like the topics and classes are soooo good and intellectually challenging and interesting. Like one of my classes i am taking right now is about postmodern political science and the professor is talking and reading about Nietzche and Heidderberger (it honestly feels more philosophy than political but its chill)
@@gdo3510 Poli sci grads earns a lot and have high employment in so many areas :)
i love researching about politics be it geopolitics, economic politics, government systems, and so on. im also very good at constructing detailed research papers/analysis so i believe poli sci is the right major for me. i would like to eventually get into a position where i conduct research and contribute to building better relations between my country and others
I'm studying political science and international law at University. I would say that in pol sci you can't just focus on very specific future jobs (because you don't get that "job title") but it's perfect for collecting (soft)skills and qualifications that can be applied to many different fields. There are opportunities outside of politics and government so there are more internship and work opportunities than one might think.
I would reccomend a pol sci degree if you are really interested in the subject and you yourself are a very driven person. It is definitely not one of those "I don't know what to do with my life, I just want a job in the future"-type of degrees.
(Also to keep in mind is that I'm not from the US and I don't pay for my higher education, I don't have to factor in the cost of the degree vs what my paycheck is going to be, so that may affect my judgement )
Thanks for sharing THIS!
One year left before I graduate in PolSci major. I can't help but overthink most of the time. And you just provided me the relief I needed most
Where do you go to school?
@@RBrito809 in Finland :)
Moi, näin sun kommentin että oot Suomesta niin mulla on joitain kysymyksiä jos ei haittaa! Oon ite nyt lukiossa toista vuotta mutta mua kiinnostaa tää tutkinto paljon, onko siinä millanen työllistyminen etenkin Suomessa ja muutenkin onko sun mielestä wörttiä opiskella sitä? Mua kiinnostaa eniten Venäjän sisäiset tapahtumat ja haluisin tutkia niitä tulevaisuudessa mahdollisesti ammattina, käyttekö te tätä aihetta paljonkin läpi vai onko se pintapuolista, ja voiko siellä erikoistua johonkin tiettyyn aihealueeseen? (Also I just realized that you might not be a Finnish speaker, I'm very sorry if that's the case and I'll write the same thing in English then😂😭)
Got my Bachelors in Poli Sci from Syracuse back in 2011 and if I could do it over I would have done something much more practical. It’s a very useful degree in the sense that you’re going to be much more intelligent on our politics and I think that is very important, but the job prospects were slim pickings and the career growth and earnings potential was and remains bad when compared to many many other degrees. I ended up working at a lumber yard for 2 years after graduating and the most important use I got out of the degree was having the upper hand in political discussions and arguments with my co-workers during the workday. Which is fun but doesn’t make you much money.
Ended up going back to school and got a 2 year Masters degree in Accounting because I wanted a career and not a job and don’t regret it. The amount of job opportunities was staggering high compared to political science. Worked with EY for 4 years and now work from home for Goldman Sachs making twice as much. Yes, the job is boring but it pays well and is flexible. Plus I can still win political arguments when I’m drunk with my friends on the weekend.
I'm concerned that I don't have the money to go back...my BA is PSC was poorly advised...wanted to do Foreign Policy work on the East Coast and Covid killed it
You sound like a cool dude.
Every person I met that does. Political science is the most low IQ person you've ever made right? Next to the liberal arts person.
Would you advise me to do it? I would also not mind to do something like engineering as I like problem solving and the career opportunities would be better, however I also enjoy politics and philosophy but the careers are more limited
A few hours ago I was crying trying to finish one of my last midterm subjects for my political science undergrad, and now I got this on my recommendation :)
is it too hard ?
@@musaedalfareh2117 nah it’s o.k, it definitely matters how you write and essay but it you’re naturally pretty good at it than you sure to be well off tbh
@@musaedalfareh2117 an* my dumb$$ pretty high sorry
@@musaedalfareh2117 only if u don't put the time snd effort
does it has alot of writing
I always tell people to take a few political science courses during their college years to have a more understanding of not only government but world events that have an effect on us. Your mind will open (If you allow it) to understand how the countries have an influence on us but also on them.
I like your mindset dude
It's a coincidence that youtube recommended this to me since I'm currently studying in college with this course (2nd year btw). Much love from Philippines! More please!
Hey Ana! Thanks for watching
@@ShaneHummus No worries! Thank you for making videos like this! ❤️
@@genietlehome Can you give me any tips on what should I prepare?🥺 I want to take polsci
@@joshheraldcalmada7266 Hello! first of all, relax! :) good things will happen to you and there's is a huge amount of stress that you'll encounter for four years but if you'll work well, I don't think that there'll be a problem.😄 If you love reading novels or other materials, I suggest you start practicing how to read for long period of time, even if it's not a law/political book in general, it will help boost your skills. Another thing is, practicing your English skill matters, it's mostly used in this field especially when you encounter your Criminal Law subject later on, I'm currently taking this subject as a sophomore and Idk if you'll
already have this at your first year or the following year levels that will come (It's our finals week with that subject btw. I'm entering my 3rd year - Junior year after our vacation.). Prepare yourself for a bunch of researches and other paper works that will come along your way. Prepare your mind, body, and heart to take this course because you'll experience a roller coaster ride especially it's a part of studying online, things will be good if you believe in yourself. Lastly, pray to God. Ask for his guidance all throughout. You'll strive, better than you think. ☺
@@genietlehome Hello Can I ask? Since you are already on that field. Is it easy to find a job here in Philippines when you have that degree?
No youtuber does this better than Shane. More please!
Thanks.. More coming!
Facts
I changed majors from political science near the end of my political science degree to math because I was getting more and more depressed feeling that the more I learned about politics the more powerless I felt and that everything was doom and gloom, after studying math I feel extremely empowered and at least I enjoy my corner of the world and make things better however I can. I’ve been thinking about finishing the political science degree because I’m only missing four courses and I no longer feel like things are hopeless. I felt like writing this after seeing the satisfaction part of the video, so in my opinion, the level of maturity a person has when choosing a degree matters significantly.
maturity in what way? as in be realistic about "but can i afford a good life?" or?
I have a BA and an MA in Political Science and Economics and although job prospects may seem hopeless, the analytical skills gained from such degrees definitively does help you in the long run. Main thing is a positive attitude and resilience, that’s the main thing employers are looking for.
Would you say you love what you do and make decent amount of money ? And recommend both political science and economics as being useful to each other? Sorry I’m stating my major next month! Just wanted some advice, thank you!
You have a MA in econ and cant find a job? something isn't adding up...
@@johnappleseed8146 Hey, I work as an Economic Development Officer for Local Government. Very good wage for someone in their early twenties, plenty of opportunities ahead, pretty sure I got the job on the basis of my MA in Econ as it is a lot of behavioural economics and cost/price analysis. Can't complain.
@@ellisbroadhead1589 So in short, avoid the Poli Sci?
@@richpryor9650 erm, not necessarily but definitely don’t put all your eggs in one basket
These numbers were honestly better than I thought they were gonna be so I'm pleasantly surprised. I'm in my Junior year of getting a Political Science degree, and I have some other ideas for jobs than the ones he listed. He had great advise when he said to network. It's infinitely more difficult to get a job in this field if you're just going door to door asking if anyone's hiring. Getting to know people, and making it known that you're a professional looking for work is the fasted and easiest way to get a job in this field.
As you mentioned near the end of the video, internships and networking are a huge part of getting a degree like political science. I did my undergrad in political science and am graduating with a master's in public administration this summer. During my ~6 years in school, I've done at least one internship every year with local campaigns, the state legislature, nonprofits, etc. As with many other fields, developing marketable skills and finding out what types of organizations in your area want those skills is extremely important. Great and thorough video!
hi! what would you recommend more for someone who wants to pursue diplomacy? political science or public administration?
@@alanisyrangulo That depends on what you want to do! If you want to study diplomacy then probably International Relations with a focus on Poli Sci, if you want to be a diplomat than probably IR with Public Admin focus
@@michaeldillman1660 sadly international relations is not offered in the university i’m going to :( but thank you for answering! will definitely take this into consideration 😊
I'm planning to shift programs from Accountancy to Political Science next semester after I realize my true passion. I was also thinking of taking Public administration for grad school to pursue a career in Politics. Hopefully, I can learn more from your experiences
@@cgcruz3296 That's awesome!!! Good luck!
My advice is to
1. learn data skills like coding with R, statistics, etc sooner rather than later.
2. Try to find as many internships/volunteer opportunities as you can. Connections and experience are extremely valuable in the political world and will get you opportunities.
I have a BA in political science and currently working as an underwriter. The degree helps you get your foot in the door. In my current position it’s quite analytical and fair share of legal system in terms of filing UCC and contracts. I work in the finance sector and some might think I’m not working in a typical Job one would assume for one having a political science degree. At the end it’s how your able to network and the skills you gain along the way. It’s differently possible to branch out and take advantage of the degree and grow your skills.
Just finished an exam 15 min ago to enter in political science and this got recommended to me lol
Answer = no
@@aleksslopanovs It was rated 7.75 and career prospects were positive how was it a no. The video also disregarded the fact that most enter law school or MBA programs (using poli Sci and experience as foundation) to go into legal and business careers potentially making 200k to 10mil in Biglaw
@@khangtrannguyen8251 I just think that politic science doesn't qualify you for anything . In my country Italy only people who study informatics ,medicine and engineering find work right after the degree .
@@aleksslopanovs Is Bocconi good for political science?
@@aleksslopanovs OK but most people that get a Political Science degree aren't gonna stop with that degree, they're most likely going to pursue graduate studies. It's a useful degree for law school, and the stats prove it.
This is such a coincidence. I was searching the other day about this major on your page and here you are with an upload 😂
Great timing! Enjoy the video
I graduate in may with my PoliSci degree. GETTING A JOB OR INTERNSHIPS ARE HARD! but possible haha I have no regrets but I wish I would've thought about that in advance.
Trying going back to school for another degree. A masters in economics or finance would supplement your political degree beautifully plus you’ll have a higher salary and an abundance of job opportunities.
@@SelfImprovement1111 is digital marketing master's degree worth it for nowadays era? I'm currently pol sci student and very interested in digital marketing
@@oscarhutahaean yeah it’s worth it. You can work for a few years as a marketer and then rank up to marketing director.
Big corporations love digital stuff because they make billions online. Internet definitely a powerful tool.
Another degree that could lead you through the same path is digital economics. But that’s rare to find. Economics usually lands a high paying job.
In the end the degree will teach skills which you have to sell to the company. Once you get the job then you have to learn how to work in that job.
Definitely a good idea though.
@@SelfImprovement1111 Finance maybe, economics majors have pretty poor job prospects compared to most majors. Unless you plan to get a PhD in it to become an economist, it's not the best route.
@@michaeldillman1660 engineering majors don’t pay well in the U.K. you start out earning average wage and then get paid 50k a year.
Economist can earn 40k on the first year and average 70k to 100k throughout a lifetime.
Plus you become a ceo, director, banker or start on your business with economics or even go into poltics.
The economics majors have more job prospects I disagree with you.
I have an AA in behavioral science and will have my BA in public admin by the end of this year. It is still in the realm of political science but is versatile because it is often combined with business major positions. Not too worried about finding a job since I already have experience. It has taken me 11 years to finish school! Between kids, work, and school, I am just happy to be done and finally accomplish what I set out to do over a decade ago.
I graduated from college with a BA in Political Science and International Studies, and I'm now doing PhD in Political Science. I know a fair amount of people from both academic and practitioner worlds. One thing I can say is that you absolutely do not NEED a political science degree to get into politics, especially running for offices. However, getting a political science degree does give you a head way in having a good understanding of what politics is.
Political science is very theory-based, that means that no matter what you do, you will likely encounter the necessity to studying political theories and various categories of school of thoughts. For some, that might be something to keep in mind if reading books and writing long essays aren't your cup of tea.
I have always geared my studies and internship towards academia, and my goal is to become a professor/researcher. So I am used to the theoretical rigor of political science. It depends on what you want to do eventually with your life. Social sciences are generally fun and full of opportunities, and job opportunities are definitely out there. Good luck!
I'm an IR graduate, pretty much a younger brother of Political Science and I can pretty much agree with you.
I got my BA in PoliSci with an emphasis in philosophy and I graduated with a great GPA.
It has been absolutely worth it for my career field (Federal)- it gave me the skills to absorb enormous amounts of information and the knowledge to understand what I was consuming.
Very few education paths will give you insight into foreign government structures and international affairs the way PoliSci does. Not to mention the way it structures your thinking for objective analysis.
As far as difficulty? Toward the end of my undergrad I would make the joke that I was going to unlearn how to read and write so I never had to do it again. But then I got an MPA lol.
It isn’t the most lucrative degree path right away, but if you have the drive and choose your career path wisely it will definitely pay off. Uncle Sam paid for both my BA and graduate degree so I have the advantage of zero student debt.
If you don't mind me asking, what is your job?
Dropped out my final semester while interning in D.C. and have had an unsteady career in campaigns ever since that has included winning Senate, Gubernatorial and Presidential campaigns. In all honesty, the person you are matters more than just about anything else. To quote the only smart guy on Pod Save America: "In Washington or in campaigns, where you went to school, who you know, who your parents are, who they gave money to may get you in the door. But once you're in the door, none of that matters anymore. The person who works hardest and smartest succeeds, and there's no better example of that than David Plouffe, ... who got into politics without ever having graduated from college and ended up managing a successful presidential election in 2008. ... [O]n a campaign, in particular, this works the best: Get to work before your boss and leave work after your boss, [and] you're going to have a real shot at making it far."
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Hi, may I ask who’s campaigns you worked on throughout your tenure?
Great vid, but why was law school never mentioned? Political science is a substantial feeder into law.
Because its not necessary at all. If anything itd make it harder to get into law school compared to a bio major or somethin.
@@upstateNYfinest Thats not true. Majors such as history, criminal justice, and political science are some of the primary and more common majors for those trying to get into law school.
@@upstateNYfinest My grandfather, father, and brother are all lawyers. Trust me, not many lawyers work on law related in any way to biology. Tht would be an extremely rare niche that maybe some elite law schools would try to fill a spot or two for but that's it. The vast majority of spots in law schools go to polisci, criminal justice, english majors because those fields are closely related and relevant to most of the work in the legal and governmental fields.
@@michaeldillman1660 So sbould I take polsci?🥺
I am a political science student. And I want to proceed to law using the knowledge obtained from political science.
I am currently studying PolSci and IR and I am a little afraid of post-grad time 😂 I live in Turkey and the jobs are here as a Political Scientist very little. I was aware of that situation before studying but I regret it sometimes even though I love my major. But thanks for the video, it was very informative 😊
Hope you're learning to not be like your dictator and instead be kind and peaceful with Armenians
@@naregkeusseyan8996 If you want to criticize Erdoğan, go for it. More than half of the country including me does not like him anyways but it seems like you are being racist towards Turks and in this case towards me with a comment that has nothing to do with the subject. Hope you'll find the peace in yourself and won't spread hate to other people.
@@yasovski I wasn't racist and I never meant to be racist. Of course this doesn't apply to all turks since there are some who like Armenians. Just commented my thought without meaning to hurt anyone
@@naregkeusseyan8996 so you just casually comment something political which is irrevelant to the subject of my comment and to the video. Because of the fact that I am Turkish (but apparently this has nothing to do with where I’m from)? And yet you are saying you are not racist. Okay then, my bad
@@yasovski okay bro sorry just fucking ignore it
At my school, Poly Sci was called Government. Doing well in my classes required a lot of reading and writing. IMHO, studying politics is about studying power. You have to become a student of human beings and the way they manage power. In every industry I have been involved, observing power among the cast of characters involved an understanding of how power is managed and shared. I found my social science degree to be a strong background for entry level work in a number of areas. Thanks for reading.
That's Government, There's 'Politics' - that's what you study in Pol. Science.
Decided to watch this video out of curiosity and I have a few things I’d like to say. Firstly I’m a poly sci major graduating next semester and I already have a pretty good idea of what I want to do. Second, I’ve done a lot of research on this and found that options are pretty limited when it comes to bachelors degrees. If you’re considering working in something poly sci related, go to grad school. A masters in poly sci plus some good experience in the field will increase your odds of landing a good job in the field. As with everything else, networking is important. I currently have and had professors who worked many years in the field (government, world bank, UN, etc). The two most important skills you will learn in poly sci is how to read and how to write. Although the lower level classes are generally pretty easy and not super work intensive (100 and 200 level classes), the more advanced classes (300 level classes and 4 credit classes) are SUPER work intensive. You’re gonna be tasked with reading hundreds of pages of material per class per week (might be different for different colleges) and have a lot of papers to write. One of my classes for instance requires 100-200 pages of reading every week, a 2 page writing assignment on that reading, multiple in class presentations, an 8 page paper on current events and a 20 page research paper. This class, like a couple others that I have had in the past, do not have midterm or final examinations. Instead, the bulk of the class is just reading and writing. If you’re someone who can handle sitting for hours on a regular basis doing the required reading for a specific class and writing multiple long papers every semester, then this major is perfect. At the very least, you can definitely get a job in the private sector, maybe as a research or communications specialist. But if you’re looking for a big job with a competitive salary, you need to go to grad school
Thank you so much!
Also what would you recommend to a woman that wants to have a baby end of 20s beginning 30s... Are jobs after a Pol Sci degree super competitive and once you're out your career is practically dead? Or is it possible to unite having a family and a job in the fields you mentioned. I really don't want to spend my whole life hustling...
@@patricial.321 find a husband who take cares of you and injoy your life with your children
@@akasir3793 I wish to. I hope my boyfriend and I can marry one day
@@patricial.321 you not married recently! 😳😱😨⁉️
I am studying political science and I would like to mention that you have missed many career options, that a graduate of this field might follow. Specifically, a political scientist can work for the media (political journalism and analysis) or become a diplomat and a specialist in intenational relations. Also there are many other options for someone who chose to study political science, like the field of bureaucracy or even work in private sector as communication specialist or in the department of human resources, after post graduate studies.
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How hard is it to become a diplomat?
@@AnImperialGod it depends on the examination system of each country. For example in Greece, this examination is the most difficult in the public sector. The candidate needs to speak 2 foreign languages fluently, study diplomatic history since 1815 (the fall of Napoleon) and has a deep knowledge of international law (both public and private). Furthermore, there are many other subjects in this examination , but these are the most important, in which the majority of the candidates fail.
@@ΑρηςΑθυρος I am also Greek,
If you have the time I would also like to ask a couple of questions:
1. Do you have any available scholarships at your university?
2. Can you go into law school (masters) with a poli science undergraduate?
3. Are there opportunities for internships?
4. Is your university populated by respectable and intelligent students or social justice warriors? ( Your personal experience).
I wrote in English to keep this discussion available to other viewers, thanks for your time!
I'm an an undergraduate student of PolSci from Europe and at least where I live this degree can ALSO lead to jobs in Media, Lobbying Firms, Research Centres and the such. The pay is good in my country and most importantly it's something that can give you many streams of income. I know people who have their regular job, they work with a research centre they publish articles and books and partake in scientific conferences all at the same time.
Another thing to add is that typically people with PolSci degree instead of going for a Masters they join the police or the military and they use their first degree to climb the ranks faster or even get positions as military consultants in some embassy.
Where you live?????
PoliSci is also a good degree to become a lawyer
Same in Germany
@@PoliticalEconomy101 In my country many use this degree as a way to become constitutional attorneys
I am about to finish my masters in Political Science and RUclips is showing me this? Where have you been all these years dude!!!!
@@louisj3996 PS
Right
I graduated with BA in Poly Sci back in the 80s. Back then such a degree was worthless. The world was a different place back then. Based on your video it looks like things may have improved - that is a good thing. Long story short I now make 6 figures working in technology related governance and compliance. Little to do with my BA degree but that is OK. I for one, count my blessings.
Could you detail the specific skills or circumstances that helped you rise to that level of success? Also, if it's possible, your country of origin (some countries are superior in prosperity to others)
@@myronkalaitzakis6167 I am an American living and educated here in the US. I was in the right and place at the right time during the tech boom of the 90s and with devine intervention was able to turn my career life down a successful path.
@@charlesheller4667 Thank you for the reply, really appreciated!
I think I have an important thing to note about a Poli Sci degree-- It’s mostly about how much effort you put into it
I have am earning a Poli Sci Degree (as well as an intl. studies and German degree) and I find that the majority of the people who don’t get a job after college never perused more than 1 internship. This is mostly because a lot of students frown at the idea of working for free over a summer. I think getting that work experience during college is the key to a successful Poli Sci degree.
A lot of people who go into Poli Sci also try going into law-- from the little I know, I think law schools are a bit oversaturated because so many people go there just for the money
Concentrations and specialities also matter imo-- A focus in Data Science in Poli Sci will get you much further than a Philosophy concentration
Good point. Thanks for sharing that Paddy
Probably because they can’t afford working for free
Wow, I am interested in the almost exact same degree path as you are doing. Can you talk more about it?
@@matthew-qu2mn Sure, it’s a very rewarding career path if you like politics. Though I’ve found it draining at times, I find myself surrounded by very intelligent people. My #1 advice is to be proactive, start looking at internships and career paths right when College begins. I didn’t exactly get my dream college career path but my advice now goes like this:
Year 1: Study, do an internship (maybe a congressional office in your district) or Study Abroad (I would’ve went to Austria if not for COVID)
Year 2: Continue looking for internships/Study abroad. Meanwhile, look into something like coding in R. MOST jobs now look for coding in excel or R so I recommend learning that regardless if you’re going to be doing data science or not
Summer = Look for another internship/improve upon it
The rest of the years is the same as 2. Just look for internships and keep studying hard! Then apply for jobs/grad school in year 4. PhDs are “free” (no tuition, but it’s a 5-10 years of work for less than 20k a year, but later it pays off because the college will help you into a job.
It’s what you make of it, so just have fun with it. Just make sure to have your eyes on good internships early on. And make connections, that’s important as hell in this industry
It makes sense that this degree doesn't have a lot of job satisfaction. Politics is very volatile and toxic.
You have a point
Yes, the more you learn and get involved the more stressful it can get. You just have to find the right niche for you.
@@anh7807 does it mean pol sci is wasting and exhausting us with few jobs chance that we can get?
@@oscarhutahaean I don't think any education is a waste. I chose public admin (similar to poli sci) and wouldn't take back the education I have. I have worked in government so I'd say it can be useful in many areas. It is all how you portray yourself, not always the degree you choose.
These worth it videos and ranking videos are my favorite. Can you please do “is healthcare management/ healthcare administration/ health information management worth it”?
Thanks Syed. I'll note your request
Big differences exist between academic political science using statistically valid polling data and peer-reviewed journal articles and the rough-and-tumble practical world of nuanced public communications and strategic argumentation with goals related to influencing public perceptions and decisions. A degree often implies the former, whereas personal interest may urge toward the latter.
Earning money via political science requires more personal motivation than many other jobs because politics is competitive, argumentative, and many other energy-absorbing descriptors. For the best suited, it is also fun.
Appreciate your input on this
Take subjects on the basis of your interest, there are many other money making ways you're not going to starve. So, take care of your interest don't run after money, money is important but it's not life. If you live money and wanna live your life talking about money everytime then you can surely pursue a money making degree. But, remember making money is a different process.
If you're considering a Political Science degree:
I am doing my second degree in political science at one of the top universities in the field, and I think this video looks at it from the wrong perspective - even though money is a factor, it should not determine what you choose to study. Pick a degree you‘re interested in - you'll then be good at it and have it easier to find a job than the average.
What the video should have looked at is what you'd actually study, what skills you develop, and what jobs you can do (sorry, but fundraising manager is something you don't need a political science degree for).
- If you're interested in the degree - look at what political science actually means. Most of what we study is not politics or what is happening in the world, but rather the mechanisms in the background - how/what people think and why, how political systems work and interact, what may be the effects of some political variables on others,...
- Be ready to learn and write a lot of code - political science is an actual science where you need to do a lot of empirical analysis and spend a lot of time by the computer and reading research papers.
* Some skills you'll develop are analytical and research skills (data analysis; searching for information and evidence), critical reading and looking for biases in arguments, and writing (you'll write a lot).
- Politics is an extremely broad field, with some people studying the theory (ideology, discourse, theories, ...), others international relations (war, conflict, cooperation, ...), some study political behaviour (public opinion, behaviour, ...), some focus on political economy (distribution of resources, interaction between politics and economics, ...) and others study political institutions (policies, electoral systems, political structure, ...).
The job offers differ by what you focus on. For example, I do a lot of empirical, quantitative data analysis in the area of political behaviour (with a bit of each of the other areas, too). I can: write statistical code in multiple programming languages, analyse data and present it (creating graphs etc.), critically read text and pick the important information, write my own papers. If you think of it in terms of skills, the applicability is endless and basically any company or bigger organisation needs someone who studied this.
What's the university you go to?
I’ve got a B.S. and Master’s in Political Science and am currently working on my PhD and I would strongly suggest to current or potential PoliSci undergrads to *not be intimidated by math*
For one, the math required in PoliSci isn’t something as rigorous as you might expect. You should generally pursue intermediate to advanced statistics (I’d argue this is the most intuitive form of math for social science majors) along with learning programs such as STATA, R, and Python. Statistical modeling is a huge skill to pick up along with knowing the programs mentioned above. All of this sounds incredibly intimidating, but I would suggest pursuing a graduate degree in a program that stresses quantitative research. These skills are incredibly marketable and open up numerous high paying jobs for you. You will honestly struggle heavily finding a job without a statistics/data science background
I want to double major with political science and economics but my math skills 😔
@Kev K Just improve your math skill
Thank you so much! I've been wanting to get a PhD in Political Science, and will begin my journey starting next year. I'm taking a course to plan my classes for this specific major, but the thing I've been stuck on is what kind of math I'll be needing to open up those high-paying jobs you've mentioned. I'm not great at math one bit (yet), but there's always room for me to improve, so why not? Is there anything else you recommend for new students starting out?
I’ve really been wanting to get a poli degree cause I’m not quite sure how to get into government in general. I have a basic understanding but the main reason I want to get into poli is so I can better help my community and state as best I can.
I have a PoliSci degree from UT Arlington and I’ve volunteered with a ngo from 2013 until March 31, 2020 as an assistant educator for ESL & Naturalization.
Also, you can be a high school teacher in History with a Political Science major. Don’t forget about that.
Where is that at, in Mexico?
I'm gonna be completely honest with you. Speaking from my experience, Political Science Degree is only worth it IF you go and get a master's degree in; Public Relations, Law, Political Science, or another Social Science. Otherwise, it would be harder to find a good pay job. However, if you are like politics and enjoy helping your community you will be satisfied with your decision. If you don't really like politics, I won't recommend it. Remember you can also run for an office sit in your local or state government.
thank you for the advice!
Hey! I have graduated with bachelor’s degree in Political Science and also I am applying master programme in Political Science. In Turkey, there is few work opportunities as political scientist. Therefore, most of young people that have bachelor’s degree in PolSci changes their career path and becomes private sector workers even not related in this area. The second option is academic career. However, there is not a certain paid job in master’s degree.
Minor in practical areas and/or graduate degrees in practical areas. Political science is a good stepping stone into the law.
It’s one of the best degrees if you want an education which is different than measuring it as a function of $.
Next video on International Relations degree please.
That is for Friday next week
@@ShaneHummus yess please..International relations / International diplomacy or Security development. Thank you.
Funny because I'm already on my third year in college and I'm changing major from engineering to political science in the upcoming semester. Just the right video to watch right now.
It is pity to hear that you moved from engineering to PolSci while other social science student want to take your previous major.
@Helrad it is not absurd at all, he might get uncomfort with the mathematics and calculus in engineering. It's difficult.
I don’t think most Poli Sci majors plan to stop after undergrad. Most of my classmates have all expressed the desire to go for a masters or higher. I myself am planning to go to Law School and get a JD.
Political science graduate here - if you wish to become a political scientist it’s well worth doing a political science masters degree or an alternate like data science (or take a maths related major and then do political science in grad school) - they don’t call it political science for nothing!
Even if you end up working in a job that is not tied to your desired political career goal, you can always attempt to unionize said workplace 😉
workers of the world unite!
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I just took the Jackson Vocational Interest test and I scored 98% interested in Political Science, Law, and Politics...
Love the consistency.. Keep it up Shane!
Thank You Jeff
Yes! I was so excited about this one! 👩🏻🎓 You managed to make it without a single Trump meme! 👀🙃
Yup! I never involve politics in my videos
Trump was a good president
@@emmanuelagyemang3738 fair enough. I respect that. Although in my personal opinion I believe he was a very good president.
@@JemalNickgurr how?
@@mhambimusonda what do you mean how? Are you dumb?
I recently graduated with a Diploma in Journalism and media Studies and I'm thinking of majoring in Political science next year.
Get it in your masters
Your videos are so helpful! Every HS and College student needs to watch them! Thanks Shane!
Glad you think so!
Think Tanks, International Organisations and Journalism are also interesting fields for Political Science graduates, at least for me
Think tanks and International Organizations are also a big target for me alongside journalism. And the glue to hold all this together is internships. My college has something called “Bridging Career Programs” where doing 2-3 internships is requires in order to network and gain experience.
I am planning to apply to one of these Career Programs. Best of luck to you too!
@@lightscameras4166 Thank you and fingers crossed! Internships are so important in this field, I'll start one next month. In German universities, we often have practical semesters in order to gain such experiences
yes and once you get to the end of the degree, you are well aware of what skills you have and where you can use them. As a senior in public admin, I've been taught where many of the jobs are (places that outside majors may not consider).
Your Political Science Degree explanation is spot on!
The reason people in polisci don’t have good opinions on their ability to make the world a better place is because you are specifically taught that you won’t be able to do that because the world works like it does for a reason. Even the most awful parts of the systems we see has their macabre logic.
Could you do one about Public health? Thanks in advance😊
It’s better option to go medical school or get nursing degree
I was just thinking about this. Thanks for uploading dude
No problem!
Dutch bachelor student op pol sc here (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam). Im currently doing my thesis and finishing in June. After this I am considering a research master.
Getting Master degree in political science in just a month. Fingers crossed for my future.
How was it.
Where was this 4years ago because I am in too deep now I am doing my masters in political science. Though it is not easy at times, if this degree is what you want than it is an interesting subject.
Most Poli Sci majors go into law which if you end up in like BigLaw you can make 200k to 10mil
Good to see and I know already that business is on top for demand. I'm currently doing undergrad in business and just thinking about a masters in political science.
To all the students trying to complete their IGETC, don't enroll in Poli Sci unless you love, LOVE, *LOVE* politics. It's the most boring thing I've ever experienced.
International relations next!
Yup! It's down the pipeline
You're doing a lot of teens a big favor. Smashed like.. Gently tapped I mean.. sorry ✌
Thanks a lot
I DISAGREE. I think the stats you gave are for America I may be wrong. I'm currently undertaking a Political Science degree in Sydney Australia, my ex took it as we have what's called a government graduate program, where once you graduate uni if your application is successful into the graduate program(they take 5000 people annually to join the govt force - so many projects our govt have & they need man power), anyway, for 3 trimesters(terms) each term you rotate into a diff part of govt projects, after the 3, if you still like it they offer you a job into state govt at the end of your govt graduate program completion. She chose the dept of education using her social research & critical analysis skills for program development & implementation, salary starting at 80K for a level 1, there are levels 1 to 6, she's now at level 3 looking $120K and that was only 4 years ago. So again it depends on country guys! Do what God is calling you to do, study that degree you're called to. Jesus will meet you just have faith and believe. If you don't like Jesus well too bad you're on your own. I forgot to say I'm Aussie.
I majored in Political Science back in the 80s and was able to land a few offers back then. I did not get many, but a few. There were M.I.T. Jobs. (Manager in Training.) Or Manager trainee in retail, banking and other businesses back in those days. A bank or business would hire you and train you to be a buyer, inside sales and what have you.
... One of the profs I had said that a good move to make as a Political Science major was to go get a master's in urban planning or Regional Planning or get a MPA. Masters in Public Administration. You will always have a job. He was right. Man, I wished he had said that 10 more times for it to have sunk in. I wished I had done that. Many government agencies hire people with that background. Real Estate agencies hire them. Companies hire them. Banks hire them. All kinds of state and federal agencies hire them. A master's in urban and regional planning is excellent addition to a Poli Sci degree. You will always have a job.
thx 4 de advice
That’s good to know, I’m getting an urban planning degree and want to minor in political science.
i AM really interested in politics but i don’t wanna work in the government or sth. i wanna become a foreign journalist.
i read that lots of journalists studied political science... is it true or what should i study for becoming a journalist?
Yea it is definitely true. You can get good opportunities in the journalist industry as a politics graduate, but politics school won't teach you how to write you will need to do that yourself. So in addition of the degree you will need writing skills and other skills needed to be a journalist also being enrolled in internships will increase your chances
What about U.N. jobs, foreign policy, and continuing to law degree which is what many political law student do in reality.
are you post graduate in political science?
Thanks for a very informative video Shane. Keep it coming
Thanks
Is Political Science useful in the Military ? Because here in the Philippines finding a job is hard and military jobs is mostly everybody's last hope when they graduate college
I'm in my 3rd semester and I'm starting to regret it. I chose it, because I was interested and I was under time pressure, but I'm not the type of person to have a career. I am not driven and confident and well spoken and I do not want to have a career in that direction anyway. I'm the "working in the background" kind of person. I will most likely end up in a job that has nothing to do with my major or only slightly. My dream is to be a stay-at-home-mom one day and invest my time in my family. That has always been my top priority, never wanted a career. But feminism and society expects that from you. If I knew I'd meet my future fiancé at the beginning of my studies, I would have picked smth more "useful" to learn skills. But you can never know in advance. So if you're reading this and are unsure about your major, choose smth you actually want and see yourself in and don't rush because it is expected from you to study something.
wouldn't you still learn useful things to understand the world around you better even if you didn't complete your studies?
(purely talking about pol.sc.)
@@Daisyhatingugolyee Hi, yes! Actually my third semester turned out to be my favorite semester so far and I'm going to continue my studies. I'm a person who gets very anxious and insecure quickly so I'm more prone to giving up or thinking everything is bad. That was when I wrote that comment.
I learned some cool and interesting stuff in my studies that I could apply in every day life so it's definitely not a waste. But I also study in Europe so the costs are not nearly as high as in the US. There I would have never chose a subjects "just to see how it goes". I'm going to continue and see where life takes me :)
I hate hearing those Starbucks barista stories. Do you really think he was working at that Starbucks forever? Sometimes it's just like that for a little bit. Has nothing to do with his degree.
I’m thinking of transferring from Economics (because I’m really struggling too, political science however now hearing how little job opportunities there are I’m becoming hesitant
Honestly we re on the same boat .i went to económica,but realize i suck at accounting,and now Im considering going to this just because i like the history leaders and their política.i also like to write argumentative answers but idk if its worth it tho
Get a MA degree in Political Science to make Memes for a town mayor or governor.
Me, a junior year political science student.. still don’t know what to do with life😭
OMG SAME. I am not yet sure if I would still continue to pursue this because I don't know what job could I get if I woukd not pursue law.
@@jeonieee7 you can lay the foundation in political science, intern a bit and later advance to a master in a field, that you think might work for you.
take political science as the first step, but not as the end goal. politicians almost never studied that but they of course GET it. so it's worth to know this stuff in any field.
@@adecakasio6482 But can I ask a question? Is it easy to find a job with a degree of Polsci? BTW I'm from Philippines
@@jeonieee7 It’s hard if you do not have the correct skills. You can apply for entry level positions and expand your career from that.
You must
This is my last semester in political science and I'm freaking out I have no idea what to do next. It's sounds like a wOrst decision of my life I left Pschology for politics.
Actually a good decision, Psychology isnt all that good.
it might be a good decision if I'm able to find a job after my masters
Taking my Political Science midterms tomorrow : > Wish me luck
Thanks man for giving us so many valuable and important advice. 😊😊😊
My pleasure! Watch out for more videos.
Look up the article "Do You Want Fries With That?" These numbers are pretty high. Most political science majors make quite a bit less. The score is a bit high as well.
The reason the job satisfaction goes down instead of up is because as you begin to understand politics better, you start to realize how hard it is to better the world politically.
You also realize how stupid people are.
I'm already done with the world and lost hope 😂😭 but whatever, I always try to focus on the stuff I can influence instead...🤷🏻♀️
and yes I can speak the six un languages Arabic Chinese English French Russian and Spanish انا اتكلام عربية 我说中文 I speak English je parles francais Я говорю па шесть Языках Оргаизация обеденный наци Yo hablo espanolk
Thank you for this video. I am planning on earning my degree in Poli sci while also taking first year law school classes. I believe I can do this at suffolk.
Best of luck!
It s an exellent vidéo, perfect for teenagers like me who still hésitate beetween political science and science degree. I also just want to know in which sites do you find all this datas.
My wife have a political science degree and she makes slightly over 100k a year. The thing is that she doesn't work with anything related with politics. Although, she learn pretty good skills on leadership and communications and she uses them to manage online marketing accounts.
if her job isn't related to politics then what is her job if u don't mind me asking? bcz I want to know what possible career paths does poli sci open doors to?
Pretty informative. I'm a graduate of political sciences from Greece and I regret I didn't roll myself in a make up trade school earlier because there aren't any related jobs in Greece, unless you're networked with corrupted politicians.
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ΑΠΘ (o Foxloop είμαι).
Και δεν είναι καλή σχολή. Ενώ στο πανεπιστήμιο των διεθνών σχέσεων στην Κόρινθο τους μαθαίνουν μέχρι και μικρο και μακροοικονομία και άλλα πρακτικά μαθήματα, σε μας μόνο κάτι χαζοθεωρητικά και λίγο πολύ λίγο στατιστική κάναμε.
Και ...γενικά το πανεπιστήμιο συνειδητοποίησα δεν είναι μονόδρομος για να βρεις καριέρα. Υπάρχουν τα ΙΕΚ, υπάρχουν σεμινάρια/εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα όπως φορτηγατζίδων ή ανθρώπινοι πόροι...μακάρι να τα ήξερα νωρίτερα. Βέβαια δεν είναι όλα για μένα, γιατί η καριέρα και οι υποχρεώσεις θα πρέπει να βρίσκονται σε συνάρτηση με τις αντοχές και συνήθειες μου. Για παράδειγμα, δεν μου αρέσει το διάβασμα στις ελεύθερες μου ώρες, αλλά ωραία η έρευνα μέχρι ένα επίπεδο. Επίσης δεν μπορώ την μεγάλη πίεση ή τις πολλές ώρες στον δρόμο, άρα δεν είναι η δουλειά του φορτηγατζή ή του μάγειρα για μένα. Κάτι άλλο. Απλά...αυτό, είναι θέμα αυτοσυνείδησης.
I’m taking political science but I want to major in pre law I’m only taking it because I’m doing community college for 2 years and they don’t have pre law and i want to become a criminal defense attorney is it a good idea to do this
Yes it is political science is a great degree for legal field, law school, government careers
I want to be a Lawyer so I want to take Political Science as my Pre-Grad course to enter Law school and Why is this in my recommend btw? Thank you for showing me this tho
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I'm yet to choose a program to read in tertiary.
I then finalized on political science and fortunately for me, this popped up on my recommendation
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Hey Shane, im a fresher of political science in Nigeria but i don't know if it's a good course to study. Do you think i should just forfeit it pr go for it. Bcos in Nigeria, i don't think there are any job opportunities and it's really hard to get a job
I'm in my last year of undergrad and my school program is called Politics, Economics, and Law and i have no idea what I want to pursue in grad school. I honestly thought i would have figured out a path by now. Im considering adult education and becoming an exonomics professor or something.
You don't need a masters degree to be successful in Political Science. I'm at Sacramento State and we had an alumni speaker (International Relations BA) use her 2 years in the Peace Corps to get preferential hiring to the State Department as a Foreign Service Officer. And for Veterans like me, there is Veterans Preference that allows you to go straight for the job you want. The opportunities are endless if you are willing to relocate.
Great video thanks,
I am thinking to study political science just to be good talkative (very smart and aware) when interacting with people, because that’s how most politicians are, i don’t need to get a job in politics or something like that bcz i am in business so i just wanted to study politics in hope it’ll help me in future, can i have your opinion please?
Tnxs for ur guidness idea