Students of political philosophy in the integrated learning major program are empowered to pursue studies using the resources of both the philosophy department and the political science department.
Students take courses in ethics, political theory, history of political thought, law, and human nature.
Other topics include governmental structures and their ideal implementation, political behavior, civil liberties, the relationship between individuals and governments, and philosophy of law. Students leave Syracuse prepared for careers in the areas of political, government and public affairs.
Courses
Core coursework encompasses ethics, history, and law. Sample courses include:
Marxist Theory
Law and Society
Political Conflict
Social Movement Theory
Gender and Politics
Human Nature
As a graduate with a major in political philosophy, you can explore such careers as:
Lawyer
Publisher
Political advisor
Public affairs consultant
Lobbyist
You can also pursue graduate training in such areas as law, journalism, and public administration. Recent graduates of the program have attended many of the top graduate schools in the U.S.