Political Studies Trent University

Overview

Trent University ’s versatile Political Studies program introduces students to a variety of political topics, while encouraging you to dive deeper into one of three concentrations in world politics, Canadian politics, or political theory.

Key Facts:

In small seminars, you’ll sharpen your analytical skills and enhance your understanding of how to make a positive impact in the world as you participate in engaging discussions about democracy, power relations, and relationships between the state, business, and citizens. Define where you stand on issues of local, national, and global importance, building the confidence and skills for success in a variety of careers.

Interested in a career in law? You can also pursue a degree in Political Studies as part of the Trent/Swansea Law Dual Degree program.

Trent's paid co-op is an opportunity for you to gain work-integrated experiential learning that will help you get a head start on your career. The Political Studies co-op assists graduating students in achieving a competitive edge while generating experience within a wide range of sectors.

Specifically, paid co-op gives you a chance to obtain 12 months of practical experience on the job, develop or enhance technical skills, explore career options, network with a variety of individuals and organizations, learn from mentors, enhance communication and presentation skills, and develop technical writing skills.

Traditionally there are three co-op work terms of paid employment, each four months long, 35 hours/week, giving students the opportunity to manage well-defined special projects at an organization. With the Political Studies co-op, students are encouraged to combine two work terms back-to-back creating an eight-month opportunity with one employer.

Co-opportunities:

As a co-op student in Political Studies you can explore employment opportunities including:

• Community Development

• Evaluation & Research

• Media & Communications

• Policy Analysis

• Public Service