Political Science & Law
Find the Right Political Science & Law Study Abroad Program for You
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Bring your political science and legal studies to life on one of 80+ CIEE programs. Whether it's coursework on international relations, public policy, criminal justice, or law, you'll explore what drives change in governments on a global scale from those who've lived it and study politics firsthand in your country or region of interest.
From gaining experience in humanitarian, commercial, business, or criminal law in globally competitive and culturally unique legal systems to developing a deeper understanding of peace and conflict in regions like Asia and the Middle East, studying political science and law abroad will broaden your perspectives on the world.
Whether you're a pre-law student or preparing yourself for a successful career in politics, your international study of political science and law will help you earn credits toward your degree while bolstering your skill set with global competencies essential for your future.
Political Science & Law Study Abroad Programs
79 Programs Found
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Study Program
- Multi-Location Offering
- Part-Time Internship
Our Open Campus Block program allows you to start studying in Buenos Aires, then study in two other countries in one term.
- Big City
- Volunteering
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Spend your summer in Buenos Aires - the Paris of South America – and immerse yourself in its rich heritage while studying contemporary culture at our Global Institute.
- Big City
- Study Program
Choose from hundreds of courses offered in English at University of New South Wales’ suburban Sydney campus.
- AACSB-Accredited
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering
- Sydney, Australia
- Study Program
- Multi-Location Offering
- Part-Time Internship
Our Open Campus Block program allows you to start studying in Sydney, then study in two other countries in one term
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering
- Sydney, Australia
- Study Program
Take in the urban beat of the Southern Hemisphere’s hub of business and industry during study abroad this summer
- Big City
- Life by the Sea
- Volunteering
- Study Program
Slip into life at a slower pace in Chile
- AACSB-Accredited
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Mountains to Hike
- Santiago, Chile
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Spend your summer in Santiago and explore the heritage of this Latin American nation while studying contemporary culture at our Global Institute.
- Big City
- Mountains to Hike
- Study Program
The Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and the Olympic Stadium are just some of the awesome historic sites that will amaze you
- Ancient City
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Study Program
If immersion and great instruction isn’t enough, awe-inspiring icons like the Great Wall and Forbidden City should do the trick – and make this an experience you’ll always remember.
- AACSB-Accredited
- Ancient City
- Big City
- Host Institution
- Language Immersion
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Explore on foot and on a student budget, the city abounds with festivals, live music, galleries, food markets, cafés and much more.
- Ancient City
- Host Institution
- Small City
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Your trip to Prague will be one you’ll treasure forever
- Host Institution
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Study Program
- Part-Time Internship
Explore global communication trends
- Host Institution
Sample Political Science & Law Courses
Business Law
- Law in Economics and Business
- Tort Law for Business
- Comparative Real Estate Law
Public Law
- European Law
- Roman Law and Common Law
- Public Law in Tourism
Humanitarian Law
- International Humanitarian Law and Cyber Conflicts
- International Commercial Law
Frequently Asked Questions About Political Science & Law Study Abroad
Put simply, yes! You can absolutely study law abroad. In fact, there are several advantages to studying law abroad, including:
- Broadening your perspective of another country’s legal system
- Completing diverse law courses that otherwise wouldn’t be available to you in the U.S.
- Gaining a competitive edge over others by including your international experience on your resume
Check out the overall advantages of studying abroad.
If you’re wondering how to study law abroad, you’re in luck as we have three easy steps so you can get on your way:
- Step 1: Explore CIEE’s law study abroad programs and select your favorites
- Step 2: Meet with your study abroad office to ensure your credits will transfer
- Step 3: Start your application
You can study law abroad with CIEE, both inside and outside of the classroom, by completing relevant courses, internships, volunteering, going on excursions, and more. Additionally, students may be able to complete independent research on a more specific law-related topic of their choosing.
Explore all CIEE law study abroad programs.
While there is no best country for studying political science & law abroad, we can provide you with a list of some of our most popular destinations to study law abroad:
While this list isn’t exhaustive, it does provide you with some of our top destinations that students choose to study law abroad. Check out all our locations around the world, from Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, to Latin America and Asia.
While the best law study abroad programs is quite subjective, we can provide you with a list of our most popular study abroad programs for law students:
- Business + Culture (London, England)
- Arts + Sciences (Napier) (Edinburgh, Scotland)
- Business + Technology (Tallinn, Estonia)
- Business + Culture (Milan, Italy)
- Arts + Sciences (Sydney, Australia)
- Semester in Palma (Palma de Mallorca, Spain)
- Arts + Sciences (Strathclyde) (Glasgow, Scotland)
Across any of these programs, students can complete a variety of law courses that hone in on their interests related to law. Additionally, students may have the option to intern at a local organization, volunteer, or complete independent law research.
In general, CIEE programs titled: ‘Arts + Sciences,’ ‘Liberal Arts,’ ‘Business + Culture,’ and ‘Semester In’ will likely offer law courses, but we advise students to check the Course Information section on each specific program page to ensure there are law courses offered that interest them.
Put simply, yes! You can absolutely study abroad as a political science major. In fact, it’s recommended that political science majors study abroad to broaden their understanding of global politics and enhance their resume with global experience.
To study abroad, follow these three simple steps:
- Explore CIEE political science & law study abroad programs and pick your favorites
- Meet with your study abroad office to ensure your course credits will transfer
- Start your application