Description
Instruct students in the theory and practice of political science, and more specifically in topics such as politics, political systems, and history of politics.
Alternative labels
teaches political science
explain political science
provide instruction on political science
teaching political science
educate on political science
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Teach political science is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Politics lecturer: Politics lecturers are subject professors, teachers, or lecturers who instruct students who have obtained an upper secondary education diploma in their own specialised field of study, politics, which is predominantly academic in nature. They work with their university research assistants and university teaching assistants
for the preparation of lectures and of exams, for grading papers and exams and for leading review and feedback sessions for the students. They also conduct academic research in their respective field of political studies, publish their findings and liaise with other university colleagues.
Optional skill
Teach political science is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Political scientist: Political scientists study political behaviour, activity and systems, including the elements that fall therein. Their study of the field ranges from the origins and evolution of various political systems to topical matters such as decision-making processes, political behaviour, political trends, society, and power perspectives. They advise governments and institutional organisations on governance matters.
References
- Teach political science – ESCO
