Political scientists study the ideologies, processes and policies of governments.
These include government at the local, state, and national level, as well as foreign governments and international relations. All three tracks require a grounding in political theory and methods. The Traditional Political Science track allows a range of courses within the several subfields of political science and is usually favored by students preparing for law school who wish to emphasize studies in criminal justice, constitutional law, and judicial politics. It is most appropriate for those who want to work for interest groups, go to law school , or continue studies in political science at the graduate level. The Public Administration track concentrates on understanding and effective direction of routinized government duties.